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The Role of Religion in Marriage and Family Life

A special issue of Religions (ISSN 2077-1444). This special issue belongs to the section "Religions and Health/Psychology/Social Sciences".

Deadline for manuscript submissions: closed (31 December 2023) | Viewed by 15488

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Prof. Dr. Urszula Dudziak

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Department of Family Sciences, Institute of Theology, The John Paul II Catholic University of Lublin, 20-950 Lublin, Poland
Interests: family sciences; psychology of marriage and family; pastoral and moral theology; pastoral care of families; pro-family catechesis; natural family planning; upbringing to family life

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Dear Colleagues,

It seems that personal religious formation should foster marital and family relations. However, there are contradictions, such as the non-observance of moral norms and, simultaneously, considering oneself as a deeply religious person. Therefore, it is important not only to belong to a specific Church but also to indicate the frequency of religious practices, such as prayer, the reading of Holy Scriptures, participation in services, confession, communion with God and people, and the adopted attitudes in life.

It is worth undertaking research into the relationship between:

  • Religiosity and marriage bond;
  • Religiosity and sexual intercourse of spouses;
  • Religiosity and the permanence of marriage;
  • Religiosity and attitudes towards divorce, marital infidelity, cohabitation, and abortion;
  • Religiosity and the choice between contraception and natural family planning;
  • Religiosity and the number of children in the family;
  • Religiosity and upbringing of children;
  • Religiosity and family life;
  • Religiosity, death, and mourning in the family.

An interesting issue is the relationship between various manifestations of religiosity and the quality of marital and family life and religiosity and marriage satisfaction. It is also interesting to teach about marriage and the family in different religions and the similarities and differences in accepting moral norms that protect marriage and family life.

Marriage and family are both individual and social values and good. Therefore, it is worth diagnosing the psychosocial, religious, and moral situation in which spouses, their parents and children find themselves. Research on the factors contributing to the marital bond and family stability is particularly useful and of great importance to spouses–parents, their offspring, and society.

The role of religiosity in preparation for marriage, building mutual ties, family stability, and respecting moral standards that protect family life is an interesting, topical, and valuable topic. It is worth taking in scientific research that considers the following:

  • The current situation of the functioning of societies, marriages, and children;
  • Factors that are constructive and destructive to family life;
  • Recommendations for deepening the faith;
  • Support provided in building marital and parental bonds.

Getting married is not just a matter of civil law. Specific provisions related to entering marriage are also found in canon law. Preparation for marriage takes place in the family, school, and church. In some cases, it is purely secular; in others, it is deeply religious. Some churches offer marriage preparation courses. Their program and its integrity are interesting, considering religious, psychological, physiological, and pedagogical elements. Premarital lectures enable Catholics to reflect on this: Who is Jesus Christ for both spouses? What is conjugal love? What are the ways and wilderness of love? How to recognize fertile and infertile days in a cycle? What is Responsible Parenting? How to shape the educational environment in the family? It is worth answering the question of whether a similar formation takes place in other denominations? It is worth sharing the experience of caring and ways to support spouses in their mutual relations, the durability of their marriage, and the religious and moral sexual education of their offspring.

In the section describing the role of religion in the life of married couples and families, they will find a place for their articles:

  • Family sciences specialists (familiologists);
  • Educators;
  • Psychologists;
  • Moral theologians;
  • Catechists;
  • Dogmatists;
  • Biblical scholars;
  • Family life counselors;
  • Teachers of natural family planning;
  • Religious studies;
  • Canon law specialists.

Presentations of how a religion represents marriage and family will be valuable. Religious scholars can provide knowledge about how marriage is contracted in a given religion and what importance is attached to the family. The attitudes of the followers of different religions towards marriage and family will be worth knowing. The articles can provide information gathered from the statements of the spouses assessing the role of religion in their lives. Relationships between religiosity and the marriage bond can be demonstrated by psychologists who study groups of marriages, for example, with the Scale of the Marriage Bond and the Questionnaire of Religious Attitudes. Religiousness can be analyzed in the context of parental attitudes and respecting moral norms.

The role of religion in the life of married couples and the family is important for specific people who constitute this family, as well as for the whole society, which is the family of families. For this reason, a scientific analysis of this reality is very useful. It also makes great sense, both in theoretical and everyday practice. Articles by specialists in various fields may be useful for the development of familiology, the theology of marriage and the pastoral care of families; for the prevention of pathologies in marital and family life; as well as for overcoming crises and also for professional support in solving problems of spouses, parents, and children.

We request that, prior to submitting a manuscript, interested authors initially submit a proposed title and an abstract of 400–600 words summarizing their intended contribution. Please send it to the guest editor ([email protected]) or to Religions editorial office ([email protected]). Abstracts will be reviewed by the guest editors for the purposes of ensuring proper fit within the scope of the Special Issue. Full manuscripts will undergo double-blind peer-review.

Prof. Dr. Urszula Dudziak
Guest Editor

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  • family life

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Metaphorical Language and Function of the “Bridal Pick-Up” Ritual in Anatolian Traditional Weddings with Its Origin and Reflections
by Atila Kartal, Kemal Şimşek, Emine Atmaca and Haktan Kaplan
Religions 2024, 15(5), 530; https://doi.org/10.3390/rel15050530 - 25 Apr 2024
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In the urban centers of Türkiye, where cultural changes are more widespread and effective, wedding processional is replaced by the solemnization of the marriage at indoor weddings, and the Kūdegū (old Turkic language; refers to bridegroom, son-in-law) awaiting the bride’s arrival at the [...] Read more.
In the urban centers of Türkiye, where cultural changes are more widespread and effective, wedding processional is replaced by the solemnization of the marriage at indoor weddings, and the Kūdegū (old Turkic language; refers to bridegroom, son-in-law) awaiting the bride’s arrival at the boy’s house is replaced by differences in the way of the bride and groom’s entry together; moreover, while wedding rituals such as the bridal bath and groom’s hammam are being forgotten, bachelor/bachelorette parties are on the rise. The beliefs and practices related to the bride being taken out of the girl’s house with a special ceremony have deep meanings, such as blessing the bride who has just joined the family, acclimatizing the bride who feels like an outsider and avoiding her from these feelings, and protecting the bride and groom from the körmös (spirits in Turkic mythology, devilish entities living in the underworld), bad spirits, and the evil eye. In this paper, the structure, function, practices, and beliefs of the rituals surrounding the bride and groom on the last day of Anatolian Turkish weddings are analyzed using a qualitative research method. In addition, this study identified the betrothal, performance, beliefs, and practices surrounding the ritual of “bridal pick up” among Anatolian Turks and evaluated the symbols and signs in the ritual procedures in the functional context of the origins and reflections of traditional Turkish beliefs. Full article
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Support for Engaged Couples in Preparation for a Catholic Marriage
by Urszula Dudziak
Religions 2024, 15(4), 460; https://doi.org/10.3390/rel15040460 - 8 Apr 2024
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Marriage can be solemnised in a non-religious setting, through a declaration given before a civil servant. Alternatively, it may incorporate a religious dimension and take place in a church, with an accompanying prayer, the presence of a priest, and a blessing. Quoting from [...] Read more.
Marriage can be solemnised in a non-religious setting, through a declaration given before a civil servant. Alternatively, it may incorporate a religious dimension and take place in a church, with an accompanying prayer, the presence of a priest, and a blessing. Quoting from the Old and New Testaments, the author highlights the fundamental aspects of marriage within the Catholic Church. The author also explores the tasks and characteristics of marriage, comparing the declaration made at the Registry Office for secular marriages with the vows exchanged during a church wedding. The article also draws attention to the premarital counselling offered by the Catholic Church, provided by priests and family life counsellors. This counselling is a valuable and necessary resource for engaged couples as they prepare for marriage and parenthood. It can help couples with two important tasks: expressing love and transmitting life. Full article
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Promoting Peace through Christian Education in the Family
by Elżbieta Osewska and Józef Stala
Religions 2024, 15(2), 175; https://doi.org/10.3390/rel15020175 - 31 Jan 2024
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Peace has always been a topic of great importance and the origins of thinking about peace and education for peace can be traced back to ancient philosophy. In the 21st century, the presence of peace has been desired by all nations, societies and [...] Read more.
Peace has always been a topic of great importance and the origins of thinking about peace and education for peace can be traced back to ancient philosophy. In the 21st century, the presence of peace has been desired by all nations, societies and people of goodwill, especially due to so many international conflicts and wars (the dramatic situation in the Middle East, Sub-Saharan Africa and Ukraine). Historical and socio-cultural developments concerning peace and violence urge pedagogues, psychologists, sociologists and theologians to seek the foundations of education that promote peace. Taking into consideration the given context and importance of peace, this article will reflect on the issue of Christian education for peace, especially in the family environment. Educators dealing with the issue of peace education refer to various inspirations and sources of knowledge. As this article is written from the perspective of the Christian understanding of peace, the authors will first refer to the teaching of Pope John Paul II as a strong promotor of peace. Papal documents and speeches consequently present that peace has its roots in the upbringing of human beings; therefore, in the next part of this article, Christianity serving the good of the family, the assumptions of Christian education towards peace in the family and practical indications will be shown. Full article
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Preparations for Marriage in the Jewish and Catholic Traditions
by Walter Homolka and Andrzej Pryba
Religions 2024, 15(1), 62; https://doi.org/10.3390/rel15010062 - 2 Jan 2024
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In many churches nowadays, there has been a standardized approach to premarital counseling for couples involving social, pastoral, and psychological perspectives. In contrast, many rabbis and other Jewish officials still concentrate on legal aspects alone. The need for resolving important issues on the [...] Read more.
In many churches nowadays, there has been a standardized approach to premarital counseling for couples involving social, pastoral, and psychological perspectives. In contrast, many rabbis and other Jewish officials still concentrate on legal aspects alone. The need for resolving important issues on the verge of wedlock is too often left to secular experts in law, psychology, or counseling. However, in recent years, this lack of formal training for marriage preparation has also been acknowledged by the Jewish clergy in order to incorporate it in the preparatory period before the bond is tied. This case study focuses on Jewish and Roman Catholic conceptions of marriage, past and present. We intend to do a comparative analysis of the prerequisites of religious marriage based on the assumption that both Judaism and the Roman Catholic Church have a distinct legal framework to assess marriage preparation. Full article
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Religious and Moral Attitudes of Catholics from Generation Z
by Grzegorz Polok and Adam R. Szromek
Religions 2024, 15(1), 25; https://doi.org/10.3390/rel15010025 - 22 Dec 2023
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This paper discusses findings of studies concerning religious attitudes of Polish Catholics belonging to the so-called Generation Z, i.e., people born during the digital revolution. The authors present religious attitudes of Generation Z representatives against the background of other European states relating to [...] Read more.
This paper discusses findings of studies concerning religious attitudes of Polish Catholics belonging to the so-called Generation Z, i.e., people born during the digital revolution. The authors present religious attitudes of Generation Z representatives against the background of other European states relating to religious practices and opinions concerning the acceptability of abortion, euthanasia, divorce, contraceptives and other conduct not consistent with the Catholic Church teachings. The findings prove that even though the Polish society, including those of Generation Z, is distinguishable from European countries with its high percentage of people engaging in religious practices, the observed trends and the dominance of attitudes contrary to the teachings of the Catholic Church indicate the possibility of maintaining a downward trend in the number of Catholics in Poland. Full article
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The Role of the Faith in Jesus Christ in the Family Experience of Grief
by Bogdan Kulik
Religions 2023, 14(12), 1523; https://doi.org/10.3390/rel14121523 - 9 Dec 2023
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Mourning is the state of grieving the loss of a close relationship. It manifests itself in multi-sided suffering affecting the mourner’s mental, physical and spiritual sphere. A particularly painful form of mourning is the family experience of grief. Although ways of expressing grief [...] Read more.
Mourning is the state of grieving the loss of a close relationship. It manifests itself in multi-sided suffering affecting the mourner’s mental, physical and spiritual sphere. A particularly painful form of mourning is the family experience of grief. Although ways of expressing grief depend on the culture, era and intensity of the interpersonal relationships, it is a universal human experience. This paper aims to answer the question about the role of the mourner’s faith in Jesus Christ in the bereaved family experience, as a work in the field of Roman Catholic dogmatic theology. The method used is the analysis of selected material from psychology and Catholic theology (Christology, anthropology, protology, eschatology), in order to synthetically present theological and practical conclusions. The author also quotes mourners’ testimonies. First, the author shows the elements of the psychology of mourning. However, his emphasis is on the next step, i.e., discussing the relationship between the mourner’s faith in Jesus and the family experience of grief. Furthermore, he deals with theories concerning the relationships between the living and the dead, which are contrary to the teachings of the Roman Catholic Church: annihilation, spiritism and reincarnation. Finally, the important role of the faith in Jesus in the mourning process is presented and completed by indicating possible directions for research on this issue. Full article
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The Value of Old Age in the Teaching of Pope Francis
by Mirosław Brzeziński
Religions 2023, 14(12), 1463; https://doi.org/10.3390/rel14121463 - 27 Nov 2023
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The demographic changes taking place before our eyes regarding the structure of our society show that the proportion of older people is increasing quite rapidly. Very often these are people who want to be involved in the life of the family, society, and [...] Read more.
The demographic changes taking place before our eyes regarding the structure of our society show that the proportion of older people is increasing quite rapidly. Very often these are people who want to be involved in the life of the family, society, and the Church, although their presence and involvement is not always viewed positively by the younger generations. On the other hand, the time of old age is a difficult time with many challenges, such as loss of health, and consequently the elderly need the support of the younger generations. This reality is also recognised by Pope Francis, and it could be said that the problem of the elderly is close to his heart. An expression of the importance and value of older people is, for example, his frequent meetings with older people, the establishment of a World Day for Grandparents and Older Persons, or the series of catechesis on old age and the value of this time in people’s lives delivered in 2022. Taking into account these aspects of social change and based on the totality of Pope Francis’ teachings addressed to the elderly, we wish to highlight distinctive elements emphasising the value of the elderly in the life of the family, society, and the Church. Starting from the presentation of the family as the best and natural environment for living during the time of old age, these teachings highlight older people as “guardians” of roots and values, the importance of intergenerational dialogue and a type of “covenant of generations”, and the importance of older people in the life of the Church. An important element of Francis’ teachings on old age is to identify this period as a “time of grace”, a time of looking at life from the perspective of the years and trying to take stock of it, and a time of thanksgiving. All of this is done to emphasise the importance and value of the time of old age and to see and appreciate their presence in the life of the family, society, and the Church. Full article
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The Impact of the Loss of a Child in the Prenatal Period on Marital and Family Life and the Religiosity of Women after Miscarriage
by Aleksandra Kłos-Skrzypczak
Religions 2023, 14(11), 1434; https://doi.org/10.3390/rel14111434 - 17 Nov 2023
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Experiencing the death of a child is one of the most difficult things a person can go through. The situation of parents who have lost a child during the prenatal period is burdened with a social taboo. In the public sphere, it is [...] Read more.
Experiencing the death of a child is one of the most difficult things a person can go through. The situation of parents who have lost a child during the prenatal period is burdened with a social taboo. In the public sphere, it is often referred as the “secret problem of women”. The aspect of religiosity is extremely important in experiencing mourning after a miscarriage. The study is of a theoretical–empirical nature. The purpose of this text is to emphasize the value of human life at every stage, including in the situation of miscarriage. Online questionnaire research was conducted on a sample of 77 women, supplemented by content analysis of three of the most popular virtual support groups for parents who have experienced child loss in Poland. The aim of the conducted research was to attempt to illustrate how women cope with the experience of miscarriage and how this experience affects marital and family relationships. The issue of faith and the depth of religious life were highlighted as elements that provide support to parents after miscarriage at various stages of mourning. Full article
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Factors Influencing the Choice of a Child’s Name and Its Relationship with the Religiosity of Interfaith Marriages: Orthodox (Slavic) and Muslim (Turkish)
by Banu Güzelderen, Ünsal Yılmaz Yeşildal and Fatih Düzgün
Religions 2023, 14(11), 1424; https://doi.org/10.3390/rel14111424 - 15 Nov 2023
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Names symbolize an individual’s identity, highlighting their unique attributes and representing their religious and cultural background. Names often serve as initial indicators of individuals’ cultural identities and beliefs. In the context of interfaith marriages, the names given to children can offer symbolic insights; [...] Read more.
Names symbolize an individual’s identity, highlighting their unique attributes and representing their religious and cultural background. Names often serve as initial indicators of individuals’ cultural identities and beliefs. In the context of interfaith marriages, the names given to children can offer symbolic insights; however, a comprehensive exploration of the religious, national, and cultural factors underlying such naming choices is required. In many cases, the social environment of interfaith couples exerts pressure on the couple to choose a name aligning with their religion and identity, whether willingly or unwillingly. Antalya, a Turkish province that initially attracted a substantial Slavic population for tourism but subsequently witnessed a significant influx of permanent residents due to the ample employment prospects in the tourism sector, is notably distinguished by its increased Slavic demographic relative to other Turkish urban centers. In this context, Antalya garners notice because of the prevalence of interfaith marriages. This study investigates the preferences of Orthodox (Slavic) and Muslim (Turkish) couples within the region in terms of how they name their children and the factors influencing their preferences. This study systematically gathers and assesses the factors influencing the naming choices of children of these interfaith couples, particularly their correlation with religiosity. To accomplish this, a semi-structured interview prepared by the researchers was employed for data collection, and the data were subsequently analyzed using document analysis. Full article
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The Role of Religion in the Family Life of People with Disabilities: A Legal and Social Study
by Krzysztof Mikołajczuk and Katarzyna Zielińska-Król
Religions 2023, 14(11), 1371; https://doi.org/10.3390/rel14111371 - 31 Oct 2023
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The family holds a special place in human life. Given the importance of marriage and family for the welfare of people, the Catholic Church strives to protect these values. The Church’s stance towards people with disabilities is unequivocally protective and inclusive, but it [...] Read more.
The family holds a special place in human life. Given the importance of marriage and family for the welfare of people, the Catholic Church strives to protect these values. The Church’s stance towards people with disabilities is unequivocally protective and inclusive, but it also recognises that the right to marriage and family life is not absolute. Not all people with disabilities are able to start a family or fulfil the obligations of marriage and family life. In canon law, the Church sets forth certain conditions for contracting a valid marriage, taking into account the human resources that make a person capable of such a commitment. This article examines the narratives of people with disabilities who participated in a study on religiosity, faith, and prayer, and how these can provide meaning to disability in the context of marital and family life. The research findings confirm our hypothesis that faith and religious practices provide people with disabilities with a sense of meaning in life and help them stabilise difficult moments and experiences; prayer is a source of peace, patience, and gentleness, and it improves the quality of life of both people with disabilities and their families; faith and religious practices help people with disabilities make sense of everyday difficulties, gain perspective, and overcome their weaknesses or egocentrism; religiousness is a source of meaning in life. Faith and religion play an important role in participants’ efforts to accept their lives, provide care, and show love. Moreover, they have a positive impact on the rehabilitation process. Full article
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Marriage and Family in Putin’s Russia: State Ideology and the Discourse of the Russian Orthodox Church
by Marcin Skladanowski, Andrzej Szabaciuk, Agnieszka Lukasik-Turecka and Cezary Smuniewski
Religions 2023, 14(10), 1332; https://doi.org/10.3390/rel14101332 - 23 Oct 2023
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The Russian Orthodox Church (ROC) presents itself as a defender of traditional Christian values. Among these values, representatives of the ROC mention concern for marriage and family. To what extent is the position of the ROC an expression of commitment to the traditional [...] Read more.
The Russian Orthodox Church (ROC) presents itself as a defender of traditional Christian values. Among these values, representatives of the ROC mention concern for marriage and family. To what extent is the position of the ROC an expression of commitment to the traditional Christian concept of marriage and family? In this article, we analyse the contemporary Orthodox discourse in Russia since Kirill Gundyayev became the Patriarch of Moscow in 2009. From a political science and security studies perspective, we highlight the main ideological elements of this discourse. We contrast these elements with similar content in Russian official documents and Vladimir Putin’s statements. An analysis of what the ROC says about the problems and protection of marriage and family in Russia, against the background of Putin’s statements and the actions of the state authorities, shows that the ROC’s discourse on marriage and family echoes the main themes of the political discourse controlled by the state authorities. In its understanding of marriage and in its efforts on behalf of the family, the ROC represents a conservative doctrinal position. Although, in doctrinal terms, it essentially expresses the traditional Christian teaching on marriage, the strong ideologisation and securitisation of demographic issues in Russia are also reflected in church discourse. Full article
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The Role of the Virtue of Religiosity in the Experience of Engagement
by Tomasz Gwoździewicz
Religions 2023, 14(10), 1314; https://doi.org/10.3390/rel14101314 - 19 Oct 2023
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For believers, a decision to enter sacramental marriage is one of the most important steps in their lives. They prepare for it over the engagement period. This is a time of personal formation open to further improvement, in which religion plays an important [...] Read more.
For believers, a decision to enter sacramental marriage is one of the most important steps in their lives. They prepare for it over the engagement period. This is a time of personal formation open to further improvement, in which religion plays an important role. Religiosity is the moral virtue by which man honours God. The bride and groom-to-be bring the experience of their own religiosity to the relationship, which allows for mutual enrichment and positive confrontation. The aim of this research is to show the influence of religiosity on the building of the engagement bond and its subsequent impact on the nuptial community. The paper is of a theoretical and empirical nature and belongs to the area of moral theology. This research includes the conclusions of empirical studies conducted in Poland. The method of source material analysis applied in this paper allows for a synthesis that shows the complexity of the phenomenon, with special attention paid to the aretology of the analysed issue. The synthesis offers concrete solutions for future brides and grooms, as well as those responsible for preparing for the sacrament of marriage. It reaffirms the need to form a mature religiosity during the engagement period. It encourages certain religious forms that serve to build a relationship with God and enable the bride and groom to better relate to each other. An important dimension of properly experienced religiosity is its formative character that enables one to make appropriate moral choices. Full article
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Volunteering as an Instrument for Preparing Young People for Christian Marriage and Family Life
by Wiesław Przygoda
Religions 2023, 14(9), 1150; https://doi.org/10.3390/rel14091150 - 8 Sep 2023
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Volunteering is an organized service for people and social groups in need, characterized by selflessness, voluntariness, and regularity. The roots of modern volunteering should be sought in various forms of social commitment and charity activities already existing in the circle of Christian culture [...] Read more.
Volunteering is an organized service for people and social groups in need, characterized by selflessness, voluntariness, and regularity. The roots of modern volunteering should be sought in various forms of social commitment and charity activities already existing in the circle of Christian culture in antiquity. Contemporary volunteering is one of the important segments of civil society, which is why it develops well in democratic countries. In totalitarian states, it has no raison d’être, because the necessary condition for its development is the social space of freedom. The aim of this work is to seek an answer to the question: how can the involvement of young people in volunteering contribute to their good preparation for life in a Christian marriage and family? The article is theoretical and falls within the field of practical theology. The author will use the method of secondary analysis of available materials in the fields of philosophy, social sciences, and Catholic theology in order to show the relationship between the involvement of young people in volunteering and good preparation for future tasks of Christian spouses and parents. The starting point of the search will be a presentation of the current condition of marriages and families in Europe. The next step in the research process will be the presentation of the review-focused research methodology, and in the final part of the article, the advantages of volunteering as an instrument of preparing young people to take up the future tasks of spouses and parents will be emphasized. Full article
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