Question and Answer Handbook – CARIBBEAN INSTITUTE for Family Development

Marriage and the Media

We live in a digital age. Parents should be aware of how their children are accessing and using the media products that modern technology has provided. Here is a brief Q & A on the topic for our families in Trinidad and Tobago and around the world who follow our blog.

Marriage and Society

What is the relationship between marriage and society? Through marriage new citizens are born, cared for and prepared to participate in society and to take responsibility for its future. At the same time, society serves the family, helping spouses to fulfil their duties.

A pure and fruitful love

How do spouses live holy purity? Spouses live holy purity by always using the gift of sexual intimacy as an expression of love for each other and with openness to the procreation of children. When sex is perverted by selfishness and a lack of proper sensitivity, intimacy is devalued, degraded and even destroyed.

Safeguarding fidelity in marriage

1. What can couples do to safeguard fidelity in their marriage? To safeguard fidelity in their marriage, couples should form their conscience according to the truth about marriage and family life. Each spouse should examine himself or herself frequently on their efforts to be a better spouse and to overcome the obstacles that arise from […]

Preparation for Marriage

1. When does marriage preparation begin? True marriage preparation begins in the family itself which is principally where human and Christian values are learned. 2. What is courtship? Courtship is a time for a man and a woman to get to know each other better.