“These last few days greatly exceeded all our expectations. The whole celebration was marked by an atmosphere of deep communion and joy. Each contribution demonstrated the real difficulties faced by families today, while at the same time witnessing to the hope and the strength that the life of “Christian families” can bring to the Church and society” This was how it was described by members of the Focolare Movement in Madrid who, together with members of Neocatechumenal Way, Saint Egidio, Charismatic Renewal, Communion and Liberation, and other movements, had taken an active part in the preparation of this event, in communion with the dioceses of Spain. Beyond all expectations, it attracted a million and a half people. Talks by five of the leaders of founders of these ecclesial movements and communities, including a message from Chiara Lubich, and the witness of families, acclaimed the beauty of united families, where each generation has its own essential and specific contribution. There were numerous children, young people and adults of all vocations, all the way to grandparents testifying to the value of fidelity. A moving moment was the direct linkup with the Pope during the Angelus in St Peter’s Square. His was a strong encouragement for “families, inspired by the love of Christ for all people, to be witnesses for the world to the beauty of human love, of marriage and of the family”.