ABSTRACT
Why does this book on Religion and Families matter enough that you should take the time to read, ponder, and consider the central issues we want to discuss with you? In this initial chapter, we will briefl y offer you several reasons why the religion and family connection matters to you now and in your future family. We are not trying to get preachy on you, but we do have some fascinating discoveries to share. Who knows, some of them may even infl uence your life. They have certainly infl uenced ours.
