The Church and Regnum Christi have set families as one of their highest priorities. First Fruits is an initiative of Regnum Christi members to meet that great need. It is a small group experience for parents in the earlier stages of parenting. They gather 6 times a year for two years. They experience one of the 12 Guiding Principles of family life at each gathering. These principles are presented through simple, bite-sized video stories and an audio story. The first video features Fr. John Bartunek. He speaks of God’s story. The second is a layperson’s “aha moment” in which they discovered the Guiding Principle was needed and desired to live it within their family. The third is an audio story of an event in one family’s life. Discussion follows each of these and the couples or single parents begin to bond as a community. After each gathering, the participants are sent one 15-minute First Fruits pause each week. These are designed to be a simple and quick means to practice the guiding principle.
Facilitating a small group is easy. You will simply register with us and receive access to the program. All you need is an internet connection and then push play. These groups can meet in parishes, schools, or homes. It is our gift to you at no cost. Parents are asked to participate in our “Pay It Forward” pledge drives. There will be two each year.
If you register your name at firstfruits.family you will be updated on our progress and invited to online and in person events which introduce you to First Fruits. We will be ready to launch in your community by August 15, 2025