IV. The Effects of the Sacrament of Matrimony
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“By reason of their state in life and of their order, [Christian spouses]
have their own special gifts in the People of God.”145 This grace
proper to the sacrament of Matrimony is intended to perfect the couple’s love
and to strengthen their indissoluble unity. By this grace they “help one
another to attain holiness in their married life and in welcoming and educating
their children.”146
- SECTION TWO THE SEVEN SACRAMENTS OF THE CHURCH
- CHAPTER THREE THE SACRAMENTS AT THE SERVICE OF COMMUNION
- Article 7 THE SACRAMENT OF MATRIMONY
- IV. The Effects of the Sacrament of Matrimony
- Article 7 THE SACRAMENT OF MATRIMONY
- CHAPTER THREE THE SACRAMENTS AT THE SERVICE OF COMMUNION
From The Catechism of the Catholic Church – rosary.team
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