About the Center
The Northwest Center for Faith and Families equips Christian parents and ministry leaders to nurture lifelong faith in the next generation.
We believe faith formation is an intentional, communal process that shapes how families grow in their relationship with God and become conformed to Christ. NWCFF provides practical resources and evidence-based insights to help you thrive in this vital calling.
We Provide…
- Curated resources
- Research-based faith formation assessment
- Cohort-based learning experiences
We Serve…
- Parents
- Caregivers
- Ministry leaders
Our Theological Approach to Faith and Family
At the heart of our work is Jesus’ call to child-like faith—characterized by wonder, trust, and dependence on God. We believe this calling is beautifully reciprocal: as adults guide children, those experiences deepen their own faith in Christ. Our approach integrates child development research, identity formation, and best parenting practices with theological conviction.
The six Domains of faith formation
Our Connection to Northwest University
The NWCFF is housed at Northwest University in Kirkland, Washington—a Christian university founded in 1934 and affiliated with the Assemblies of God. Northwest University’s mission of “spiritual vitality, academic excellence, and empowered engagement with human need” perfectly supports our work.
The university provides theological depth, research expertise, and direct connections to church leaders and families. Northwest University’s oversight ensures financial accountability, academic rigor, and institutional sustainability—making the NWCFF a trusted resource for parents, caregivers, and churches everywhere.
Our Connection to the Lilly Endowment
Research shows parents are the most significant faith influencers in children’s lives—more than peers, media, or church programming. Through Lilly Endowment’s support, we’ve assembled an interdisciplinary team, conducted original research, and created resources that serve families and churches across the United States.