Marriage and Vatican II

As we approach the 50th anniversary of the opening of the Second Vatican Council on October 11, I'd like you to reflect on the teachings about marriage that were formulated at the council.  These teachings have been influential in formulating Church teaching on marriage and sexuality in the decades since the council.  Please read this reflection from 'For Your Marriage', a website sponsored by the US Catholic Bishops.  In your post, compare and contrast the Church's teachings from Vatican Two on marriage with current trends/perceptions of marriage in society (the media, politics, etc).  Please cite at least 4 points from the article in your response.