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The sanctity of family, deeply embedded in Indian culture, faces unprecedented challenges in the modern era, resulting in an alarming rise in dysfunctional families. Kerala, renowned for its cultural richness and communal harmony, has not been immune to this trend. The Brethren, longstanding custodians of Biblical values in Kerala, have witnessed an increase in family problems over the past decade, signaling a pressing need for intervention. In response, a comprehensive module addressing seven crucial facets of family life--Physical, Mental, Intellectual, Emotional, Financial, Sexual, and Spiritual Maturity--was developed. This module aimed to reshape familial behavioral patterns through awareness talks and training classes conducted for 80 families. Pre- and post-tests revealed a significant improvement in behavioral patterns among participants who attended the training classes compared to those who only received awareness talks. Further analysis utilizing ANCOVA confirmed that the observed differences were not influenced by extraneous factors, affirming the efficacy of the training program. The success of this module underscores its potential to effect positive change in family dynamics, paving the way for functional familial relationships. Thus, we recommend the widespread adoption of this module to address the escalating challenges facing families in contemporary society.