Families gather in clusters in a town square, representing the family proclamation by divine design.

Announcing Our New Anthology: What God Hath Joined

An anthology of essays marks the 30th anniversary of the Proclamation, celebrating divine design and family.

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We are thrilled to introduce our first-ever anthology, What God Hath Joined: Reflections on The Family Proclamation. This landmark collection has been a year in the making, as we published articles month by month in anticipation of this special opportunity, the 30th anniversary of The Family: A Proclamation to the World.

When the Proclamation was first read by President Gordon B. Hinckley in 1995, it set forth bold, prophetic truths about marriage, family, and divine identity. Over the past thirty years, its voice has only grown stronger. The Proclamation continues to stand as a prophetic guidepost, offering clarity and hope in a world where definitions of family and morality are shifting. Its words remind us that marriage between a man and a woman is ordained of God, that family relationships are eternal, and that happiness in this life and the next is deeply connected to how we live those truths.

What God Hath Joined brings together thoughtful essays and reflections from inspired contributors, each offering a unique perspective on the enduring relevance of principles of the Proclamation. From personal testimonies to cultural observations, this anthology celebrates the beauty of family as part of God’s divine design.

This collection is more than a book—it is a milestone. It represents collaboration, faith, and a shared desire to honor and strengthen families in every setting.

We are pleased to make this anthology freely available as part of this historic celebration. 

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About the authors

Daniel Frost

Daniel Frost is the Director of Public Scholarship in the School of Family Life at Brigham Young University and Editor-in-Chief of Public Square Magazine. He has a Ph.D. in Politics from Princeton University.

Carol Rice

Carol Rice serves as the Director of Communications for Public Square Magazine, a collaborative project of the Elizabeth McCune Foundation. She holds a Master of Arts in Professional Communications and a Bachelor of Arts in Marriage and Family Relations with an emphasis in family advocacy. Carol's work focuses on advancing public discourse around family dynamics, communication, and social issues. She and her husband are parents to five children and reside in Utah.
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