Fatherhood and motherhood, by the will of God himself, intimately share in his creative power and consequently have an intrinsic reciprocal relationship. Related Resources Turning the Corner on Father Absence in Black America is the product of a recent conference at Morehouse College in cooperation with the Institute for American Values. It's a good overview of the trends in marriage and parenthood in the African American community and some indication of strategies to re-connect fathers and strengthen families. The decision of Caritas Internationalis to promote a family perspective in the work of its agencies worldwide is elaborated in its publication The Family, A Resource for Church and for Society . This document shares family-centered approaches and proposals reflective of many cultures.
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The current issue contains a good essay on cross-cultural marriages. At their Spring regional meetings this year family ministers in all thirteen regions shared their perception of the top issues and needs of newly-married couples. The first 7 items were mentioned in all or almost all of the regions. Issues 8 through 14 appeared in at least three reports. The Sacrament of Faithful, Lifelong Love .