Years ago when Catholic families were larger, there was great pride if at least one of the kids would become a priest, religious brother or sister. With one or two-kid families, it seems parents do not nurture any vocation that may be there.You make an excellent point, one that was also made by Pope Pius XII in his "Address to Large Families." He pointed out that large families are the natural source of vocations, both for spiritual and for practical reasons.
Pope Pius XII Address to Large Familes
Thank you for posting the Address to Large Families by Pope Pius XII. I enjoyed reading it. I am reminded that the evil of abortion is wrecking havoc in our society and in our church. Most people just don't get it. This "private action" has social consequences.