Something wonderful and important started back in 2000 which is responsible for spear-heading and articulating a movement that has taken roots across the country. In many academic, civic, social, religious, political and other circles it is known simply as the Marriage Movement. Guided by a vision for Americans to realize their dream of a strong, lasting marriage and for American children to grow up with biological parents capable of lasting love and commitment to one another and their children–this movement is contributing to a renaissance in marriage.
For those of us frustrated by our limited ability to comfort the men, women, and children suffering as a result of failed cohabiting arrangements, separation and divorce, unmarried childbearing, and the related struggles that accompany these life-rending experiences–rediscovering the unique role of marriage and its benefits for each of us and our society is a crucial step toward rebuilding a healthier marriage culture for the generations to come.
If you don’t know much about it just log on to www.marriagemovement.org where you can read all about it. You can also access the latest report on the movement titled What Next for the Marriage Movement? –an excellent document, not too long, which identifies how each of us can contribute to a national initiative or goal of strengthening marriages.
I consider participating in this national movement as one of the most important things I can do for the coming generation. I hope you will too. After all, your children, grandchildren, nieces, nephews, neighbors’ children, and other children and youth that comprise your circle are that coming generation!
We unite around a vision of America where more children are raised in nurturing homes by their married mother and father, and where more adults enjoy mutually fulfilling and lifelong marriages. –The Marriage Movement Statement published by the Institute for American Values
