Many church leaders recognize that strong families are essential to a thriving Church—but knowing where to begin can feel less clear.

A recent report from EWTN News highlights that Pope Leo XIV has called bishops from around the world to gather in Rome this October to reflect on Amoris Laetitia, the Church’s teaching on love, marriage, and family life. At the center of this meeting is a pressing question: how can the Church more effectively accompany families in today’s realities?

This moment underscores an important truth: the health of the Church is deeply connected to the health of the family. Strengthening marriages and supporting families is not a secondary ministry—it is foundational.

What may be surprising is that the Church is not simply revisiting theology, but re-emphasizing pastoral care—how leaders walk alongside couples and families in both their challenges and their calling.

For pastors and ministry leaders, this presents a clear opportunity. When churches invest intentionally in marriage and relationship ministry, they create the conditions for family flourishing and long-term church vitality.

Communio partners with churches to help make this vision practical—equipping leaders with tools and strategies to strengthen marriages and support families within their congregations.

If you’re interested in learning how your church can take a next step, you can learn more here: https://communio.family

This reflection is adapted from an article originally published by EWTN News.