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• One of the cornerstones of a Catholic civilization is the phenomenon known as the large family. Catholics have always been known for having large families. But large Catholic families stand out more today than they have in the past just because families themselves are becoming rarer, not just large families.
• Young people today are finding it harder and harder to get married.
• The median age for marriage today is 30 for men and 28 for women, while it was 23 for men and 21 for women back in 1970.
• Fewer people are getting married: there were around 10.5 per 1000 in 1970, while there are around 6 per 1000 today. This is a difference of over 40%.
• Marriage requires a commitment for life and the shouldering of great responsibilities. You have to  ...