The family begins with a strong love between a husband and wife.
This love should be nourished by the Church through helpful programs beginning before marriage and continuing through the entire marriage. Husbands and wives should be encouraged to go on Church retreats together to strengthen their love for one another. We have seen in society today that without nurturing a strong, enduring love between husbands and wives, centered on God's love, the family dissolves. A man and woman in holy matrimony is a beautiful reflection of the love of the Trinity, as shown by St. John Paul II in his work now called Theology of the Body.
In keeping with sound Church doctrine, the destructive power of contraception will not be acceptable, instead the merits of NaPro Technology should be taught to all married couples.
Children are a blessing and should be welcomed at any number. Vocational guidance is important of whether the son or daughter will become a priest, nun, brother, sister, monk, husband, wife, or single lay person.
Families must care for their young and old. To the greatest extent possible adults should care for their parents when they require assistance. Sacrifices in the family may be needed to ensure the well being of the aged.
