In order to give a truly human face to society, no one can ignore the precious gift of the family, based on matrimony. The marriage bond, in which man and woman together constitute a life-long association, ordered by its very nature for the good of the spouses and the generation and education of children, is the basis of the family, the heritage and shared wealth of humanity. Thus the Church cannot cease to announce that, in accordance with God's plans, marriage and the family are irreplaceable and admit no alternatives.
- Pope Benedict XVI (courtesy of Vatican Information Services)
Isn't that just the most perfect thing you've read in a long time! PBXVI is awesome!