Each have qualities of soul the other needs. Each share in each other's qualities and so become more transformed into their model the Eternal Trinity. Though those living this Sacrament may fall short, let them always have in their mind the heights of their vocation the call to holiness and the designs of the Father as He joined them together and made them one. The children of such a couple become a source of love and fulfillment. They have the power to bring out of father and mother hidden qualities that would never manifest themselves without them.
Parents exercise their roles in a higher degree as they form, educate and teach their children.
The compassion and understanding of the father grows in degree and quality as opportunities present themselves. A woman becomes a bond of unity and a means of reconciliation. She begins to practice those inner qualities of kindness and love never before manifested. A new spirit of sacrifice issues forth as her role in the family is enhanced. In mutually giving themselves to the fruit of their love, that love grows.