Abstrakt: | An issue which is of particular importance in
the teaching of pope Francis is the reflection on the
role of the family in the process of evangelization
and the formation of faith. The starting point here
is a proper anthropology (the complementarity
of man and woman, the appropriate roles in the
family) and theological foundations (the experience
of God, family rooted in the grace of the sacrament
of matrimony).
The awareness of this foundation is indispensable
in the context of the difficulties and dangers
affecting contemporary families. These negative
influences include, above all, consumerism, materialism,
a godless lifestyle, modern idols, social
and economic problems, as well as ideologies attacking
the family and affecting the social shape
of reality.
From such a perspective, it becomes even
more necessary to highlight the key challenges
facing the family. It is therefore a school of humanity,
spiritual and ecclesial life, social life and
evangelization. The family should be supported
in a multidimensional way by the whole Church
in the implementation of this mission. Catholic
movements and societies are especially helpful in
this regard. |