Thomas Merton (1915-1968) – Trappist monk, poet, writer and pacifist
“The married man and the mother of a Christian family, if they are faithful to their obligations, will fulfill a mission that is as great as it is consoling: that of bringing into the world and forming young souls capable of happiness and love, souls capable of sanctification and transformation in Christ.”
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It's the Women, Not the Men! 
Beautiful quote..
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Yes, I thought so too. Although he was a controversial monk in some ways, he was a brilliant man in many others. Thank you for your comment.
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