Most religions have a tradition of paid matchmakers and faith - based singles events where pastors encourage marriage to strengthen the religious community. (bloomberg.com)
He said encouraging marriage would help in avoiding divorce proceedings as it would encourage more couples to stay together and produce greater stability for children. (familyblawg.com)
Broad based policies aimed at encouraging marriage will do nothing to help the most disadvantaged families, the prime minister said today. (politics.co.uk)