"God himself is the author of marriage" (Vatican II, Gaudium et Spes, no. 48). When God created human persons in his own image, as male and female, he placed in their hearts the desire, and the task, to love – to give themselves totally to another person....Marriage is not something thought up by human society or by any religion – rather, it springs from who the human person is, as male and female, and society and religion affirm and reinforce it. Read more.
Marriage is the exclusive union of a man and a woman, for life, for the good of each other and their children. It's loving, faithful, freely–chosen, exclusive and open to children. Read more (English | Spanish)
We might not think of our decision to marry as a response to God’s call, but when we do, it will make life far more meaningful. Read more (English | Spanish)
Marriage teaches society not only to value persons for their usefulness. Read more
The unity of husband and wife is so intimate that from it can come a “third,” the child – a new life to be welcomed and raised in love. Read more.
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