Something similar exists in a secular manner, this is called a 'civil union/partnership'. So yes, the Catholic Church should have authority over something which is its own creation.
As for education, Roman Catholic schools instil great values for your children, no matter their heritage or faith. This is a fact. Maybe the Church should not have official authority over all education, but it should be allowed to run its own schools and places of education.
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