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Many parents these days seem inordinately concerned with being friends to their children while others go to the opposite extreme of trying to rule over every aspect of their child's life. In his address to a packed St Peter's Square this Sunday His Holiness points out that the true role of parenting is that of being a guardian in their children's lives, not a friend but not a master either.
The Holy Father said in part, "Mary and Joseph’s concern for Jesus is the same as every parent who educates a child, introduces them to life and to understanding reality. Today, therefore, we should say a special prayer to the Lord for all the families of the world. Imitating the Holy Family of Nazareth, may parents seriously concern themselves about the growth and education of their children, so that they may mature as responsible and honest citizens, without ever forgetting that faith is a precious gift to be nourished in their children through personal example."
You can find the entire text or listen to the mp3 here.
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