The family is the basic fundamental cell or nucleus of civilization and the basic social unit of society. It isn’t just a social construct. It is the bio-psycho-social basis for civilization.
It provides an environment that makes it possible to learn the lessons that are important to leading a meaningful life in God and interacting well with others.
Even considering the very real problems that families face, there is simply no other social institution that is as flexible, resourceful, or as efficient at meeting the needs of individuals while simultaneously promoting the common good.
For these and many other reasons, family deserves the title the Church has given it; “the building block of civilization” and it deserves to be protected by lawmakers and society as a whole.
* For those planning your marriage here at St. Joseph's, please visit -
- Holy Matrimony.
Pontifical John Paul II Institute for Studies on Marriage and Family- Resources click here
Talking About Marriage Today with Ken & Janelle - 5 Minutes
Bishop Robert Barron - A Look at the Sacrament of Marriage; What Does it Mean in Today's World ? - 8 minutes
For Your Marriage
https://www.foryourmarriage.org/catholic-marriage-faqs/
Couple to Couple League
https://ccli.org/
Religious Videos for Kids EWTN
https://video.ewtn.com/kids/