Reports have emerged that the controversial Church of Scientology is attempting to 'recruit' Australian wildlife conservation family the Irwins.

According to Woman's Day, the church has been courting Terri, 52, Bindi, 18 and Robert, 13, into the fold.

The publication quoted an unnamed source, who said that Bindi in particular was a very attractive prospect as a new member.

Courted?Reports have emerged that the controversial Church of Scientology is attempting to 'recruit' Australian wildlife conservation family the Irwins

'They want to make Bindi the poster child for Scientology,' the source allegedly said.

The 'source' also claimed that Bindi's 'spirituality' and popularity around the world also made her a good candidate.

'Bindi is very spiritual, especially after losing her dad at a very young age. But she is also very bright and intelligent and beloved around the world,' they allegedly said.

High-profile: According to Woman's Day , the church has been courting Terri, 52, Bindi, 18 and Robert, 13, into the fold

Poster child? The publication quoted an unnamed source, who said that Bindi in particular was a very attractive prospect as a new member

'She is an inspiration to people young and old – and there is no doubt Scientology would love to bring her on board.'

The magazine claims that both Bindi and Terri had been 'friendly' with high-profile Scientology devotee John Travolta after the trio met at a G'Day Australia event in New York after Steve Irwin's death in 2008.

Daily Mail Australia has reached out to the Church of Scientology for comment.

Famous friends: The magazine claims that both Bindi and Terri had been 'friendly' with high-profile Scientology devotee John Travolta after the trio met at a G'Day Australia event in New York after Steve Irwin's death in 2008

The Church of Scientology was founded by L. Ron Hubbard when the first church opened in Los Angeles.

Long known for courting high-profile people, the church also runs Celebrity Centre International, based in Los Angeles, as well as a number of smaller celebrity Centres around the world.

The Church also counts such high-profile stars as Tom Cruise, Orange is the new Black's Laura Prepon, The Simpsons' Nancy Cartwright, Australian singer Kate Ceberano and actress Juliette Lewis.