O lugar da família no reino de Deus

Abstract

The core of the Gospel message is to proclaim the paschal mystery of Jesus Christ—His passion, death, and resurrection. Thus, the narrative presents Jesus through miracles and exhortations, leading the reader to understand He is the Savior. The beginning of His ministry is marked by the proclamation of the Kingdom of God and the call to conversion. Jesus’ preaching develops a discipleship in which a person, once converted, must adhere to the message and, in turn, become a proclaimer: “You are the salt of the earth”; “You are the light of the world” (Mt 5:13-14). In this context, the family, through the sacrament of marriage, is called to witness and proclaim the Gospel by living and experiencing the Good News. The family is inserted into the dynamics of creation and redemption and therefore has a great mission in society, requiring proper aid to fulfill its social role. Faced with this mission, there are also many challenges, as the family is often attacked in various ways in attempts to hinder or obstruct its mission. In these circumstances, the family needs greater care and support.