Dan and Danielle Bean, married for 25 years and veteran parents of 8 children, offer a modern take on an ancient idea: in marriage, we are called to something greater than ourselves. What can that mean in a modern world that abhors sacrifice, rejects the concept of permanence, and devalues the sacrament of marriage?

Pulling from the wisdom of the Church and lessons learned from their own real-life experience, Dan and Danielle reflect on the ideas of: - Vocation,

• Sacrament,
• Sacrifice,
• Mutual Love,

• And Home and Family Life.

  With personal stories

  , humor, touching insight, and practical suggestions, they offer complementary reflections, as husband and wife, on the value and meaning of marriage for Christians today. This book also features a rich collection of Catholic marriage resources, including: - Prayers for Marriage,

• Teachings of the Church,
• Scripture for Marriage and Family,
• Wisdom from the Saints,

• And Hymns.

  A thoughtful gift for engaged couples and newlyweds

  , this book is also a practical resource that can inspire and rejuvenate long-married and even struggling couples.