Marriage
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How a 'culture of distraction' is keeping millennials from marrying
Consumerism. A culture of distraction. Fear of commitment. These are some of the factors driving today’s young people away from... Read more
New movement hopes to share the reality of marriage
A new group called the Marriage Reality Movement aims to help Catholics and others renew the vision of marriage in... Read more
Pope Francis asks for prayers ahead of synod discussion
In his Sunday Angelus address Pope Francis stressed the role of spouses in generating children, and asked for prayers ahead... Read more
God's dream for creation? The union of a man and woman, Pope says
Pope Francis formally opened the synod of bishops Sunday, telling participants that the union between a man and woman is... Read more
Full transcript of Pope Francis' inflight interview from Philadelphia to Rome
In a 47 minute Q&A with journalists on his way back to Rome Pope Francis touched on sensitive topics such... Read more
Pope: Communion for divorced, remarried isn't the only synod issue
Pope Francis told journalists on board his flight to Rome that giving communion to divorced and remarried Catholics is a... Read more
Revamped annulment process focuses on speed, role of local bishops
In a revamped marriage annulment process, Pope Francis has made significant changes, giving more of a role to the local... Read more
What happens when clerks object to providing gay marriage licenses?
After the Supreme Court legalized same-sex marriage, some county clerks have voiced religious objections to issuing marriage licenses to same-sex... Read more
Breaking: Supreme Court redefines marriage throughout US (Updated)
In a wide-reaching decision, the U.S. Supreme Court has declared that same-sex “marriage” is a constitutional right and that states... Read more
Ahead of Supreme Court marriage decision, states act to protect religious freedom
As the U.S. Supreme Court prepares to deliver a ruling that could lead to sweeping changes in the definition of... Read more
Married couples to Catholic Church: Give us clear, positive teaching on marriage
Alice Heinzen was with her dad and siblings on a ski trip when she froze on top of what looked... Read more
Pope Francis to parents: Do you believe in the beauty of love?
In an address on Sunday, Pope Francis asked parents if they believed in the beauty of the love God gives... Read more
Cardinal: Divorced, remarried Catholics need support for conversion, not changes on Communion
Catholics who have divorced and remarried need help for the “difficult climb” of conversion and spiritual growth, not a change... Read more
How to get millennials to marry? Start by sharing your story
While it may be the middle of “wedding season,” the warm months between spring and fall when many couples choose... Read more
Pope Francis: Men and women are different for a reason
The value and beauty of marriage, based on the complementarity of man and woman, is lamentably being challenged by “gender... Read more
African, European bishops' meeting promotes an authentic 'joy of the family'
A group of bishops from across Africa and Europe met last weekend pledging to redouble their efforts in favor of... Read more
Florist asks court to overturn mandatory gay marriage support
A florist has appealed to the Washington State Supreme Court to review court rulings that could cause her financial ruin... Read more
Love requires work – not just attraction or feelings, Pope tells couples
In his weekly general audience, Pope Francis said the process of engagement is essential for any couple on their way... Read more
Christian marriage – it's 'demanding but magnificent,' Pope says
In his audience closing out the Togolese bishops’ ad Limina visit to Rome, Pope Francis on Monday encouraged solid faith... Read more
Pope Francis on marriage: It's not about the dress or photos. It's about the mission.
Marriage is more than the wedding ceremony, the flowers, the dress, the photos, Pope Francis said in his weekly general... Read more
