The Role of the Christian Family in the Modern World Anniversary Editon

This apostolic exhortation can be considered the magisterium's most comprehensive explanation of the nature of the family, rooting the essence of that nature in love. It also summarizes Saint John Paul II's theology of the body which can lead persons to an "ever deeper and more intense communion" (FC 18). This special anniversary edition includes the full text of the original document plus new commentary that will guide you through this important document.