A family is a small society in itself. Society is firstly an accumulation of family cells, a community of individuals in constant social interaction. The state is the politically organised community in a given territory. The state has an elected government which has specific authority to assure peace, freedom, and justice in particular. Both family and state have their own specific responsibilities. The principle of subsidiarity aims at a just division of tasks and responsibilities with human dignity and the participation of everyone in mind.
Social media offers great communication opportunities. In their families children should learn how to avoid the dangers of social media. Following the news helps you to be close to people who may need your help, and certainly need your prayer. It can help you realise that we are here with all humanity, and have to live together on this earth, given to us by God.
