FOSTERING THE NOBILITY OF MARRIAGE AND THE FAMILY
Chapter 1 of Part II of Gaudium et spes emphasizes the sanctity of marriage and family life within a Christian context. It highlights:
- Marriage as a divine institution: Marriage is not solely a human contract but ordained by God. It serves multiple purposes, including procreation, education of children, and the mutual sanctification of spouses.
- Conjugal love: Authentic married love goes beyond physical attraction. It is selfless, faithful, and mirrors Christ’s love for the Church. This love is strengthened through the sacrament of Matrimony.
- Responsible parenthood: The text stresses responsible procreation, emphasizing the need for couples to consider various factors when planning their families. It also condemns abortion and infanticide.
- Family as a school of virtue: The family is where children first learn about love, faith, and morality. Parents play a crucial role in educating their children, particularly in religious matters.
- Support for marriage and family: Society and the Church should actively support and promote the well-being of marriage and the family.
Overall, this section underscores the sacredness and importance of marriage and family life in God’s plan. It calls upon individuals, communities, and institutions to uphold and strengthen these fundamental building blocks of society.
Sharing
Jesus last words on Earth were to his disciples, can be found in Matthew Chap 28 when Jesus told his disciples,”Then Jesus approached and said to them, “All power in heaven and on earth has been given to me. Go, therefore, and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the holy Spirit, teaching them to observe all that I have commanded you. And behold, I am with you always, until the end of the age.”
Jesus calls all of us to share in his redemptive mission here on Earth. I would ask you to share these posts with your family, your friends and your acquaintances, and then share it with a couple of individuals that you may may not be comfortable sharing with, keeping in mind always the words of Jesus, And behold, I am with you always, until the end of the age
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