"Children are a gift in a myriad of ways. They bring joy even in the midst of heartaches; they give added direction to the lives of their parents. Children, who are the fruit of love and meaningful commitment, are a cause of love and meaning."—USCCB, Marriage: Love and Life in the Divine Plan, 2009
Below are some resources offered by the USCCB for and about children. Visit also the Parents and Parenting page.
- Church teaching about the gift of children
- The short video "Made for Life" fosters reflection on the incredible gift that each and every child is to his or her parents, to the Church, and to all of society. Find out more in the "Made for Life" Viewer's Guide and Resource Booklet, and by reading FAQs on the gift of children.
- Intercessory Prayers for Children
- Eucharistic Prayer for Masses with Children
- Ten Points to Create Safe Environments for Children
- USCCB Secretariat of Child and Youth Protection
- Children and Migration
- Ministry to Persons with a Homosexual Inclination: Guidelines for Pastoral Care
- Always Our Children