Pope Francis: The family is necessary for the survival of humanity

TODAY is the International Day of Families, a global celebration that 21 years ago, the United Nations General Assembly, in its resolution 47/237 of 20 September 1993, required all member nations to observe every May 15.

The United Nations states that “this annual observance reflects the importance which the international community attaches to families as basic units of society as well as its concern regarding their situation around the world. The International Day of Families provides an opportunity to promote awareness of issues relating to families, as well as to promote appropriate action. The Day can become a powerful mobilizing factor on behalf of families in all countries, which avail themselves of this opportunity and demonstrate support of family issues appropriate to each society.”