Forming Parents. Strengthening Families. Building the Domestic Church.
Our mission is to help parents become the primary educators of their children in faith and virtue, equipping them with the practices, wisdom, and spiritual formation needed to cultivate a truly Catholic family culture.
Meet Our Team
Perry
Smith
Founder of "ICFF". M.A. in Philosophy and a B.A. in Theology.
President of ICFF
Daniel
Wiesler
M.A. in Theology.
Treasurer of ICFF
David
Myers
NASA Engineer
Vice President of ICFF
Paloma
Ramirez
Clinical Psychologist
Our Core Values
1. Faithfulness to the Church
We uphold and teach the fullness of Catholic truth, guided by Scripture, Tradition, and the Magisterium. Every program, resource, and conversation is rooted in fidelity to the Church.
2. The Vocation of Parenthood
We believe parenting is a sacred calling — a path to holiness and a mission of love. We honor parents as the primary educators and formators of their children.
3. Formation in Virtue
We help families grow in the virtues that build strong homes: patience, humility, courage, generosity, and joy. Virtue is the foundation of peace and holiness in family life.
4. The Domestic Church
We see the family as the first and most vital cell of the Church. We equip parents to make their homes places of prayer, love, and evangelization.
5. Practical Wisdom
We offer formation that is not only faithful, but usable — grounded in real-life experience, accessible to busy families, and adaptable to different stages of parenting.
7. Parish Partnership
We work hand-in-hand with parishes and priests to strengthen families and renew the Church from within. Our programs are designed to support local communities.
8. Joyful Witness
We believe Catholic family life should be marked by joy. We help parents live their vocation with confidence, peace, and a radiant witness to the Gospel.
Engaging Speaking Opportunities
Book our expert speakers to inspire and educate your audience on effective parenting and family formation.
8 Week Program
We have family formation programs we offer to parishes and schools.
Parish Talks
We offer reflection to help parents meditate on how they can improve their parenting and family culture.
Conferences
Have us speak on parenting at your conference.
Pre-Cana
Many bring children into this world without a plan to make them holy. *Coming Soon*