A whole series of difficulties arise when family life is endangered. Economic, social, emotional and spiritual effects clearly follow the demise of the family. Divorce is rather easily obtained these days, but what results therefrom is not so easily contained or healed. An ongoing collaboration is needed between churches and civil society to maintain the strength and holiness of marriage. A partnership is needed to continue providing support systems and help for adults and children that each may continue on and find a healthy and holy life.
Good things can arise from difficulties and trials.
We have the poor with us always. We need not flagellate ourselves if we do not erase poverty in a few short months or years. We do want to keep them in mind and provide resources constantly to support them that they may have dignity in the midst of having few assets. The right to life and dignity of life must both be present. As a nation we do not rank high among the nations of the world in caring for the poor.