3.3 Other types of sexual relationships

Question 1

What do the Catholic Church and the CofE believe about civil partnerships?

Answer 1

They do not perform them

Question 2

Give a reason why some Christian’s believe that civil partnerships should be accepted by the Church

Answer 2

They believe civil marriage provides companionship, unity and stability in the same way different sex relationships do.

Question 3

When did same-sex marriages become legal in England and Wales?

Answer 3

March 2014

Question 4

How does the episcopal church teaching on same-sex marriage compare with that of the Catholic Church?

Answer 4

Episcopal church teach same sex marriage to be allowed where as Catholic Church doesn’t.

Question 5

Give a reason why Christian’s disagree with pre-martial sex?

Answer 5

As a sexual relationship is unique and should only be done within marriage

Question 6

Give a reason why some Christian’s accept cohabitation

Answer 6

It’s a step towards commitment in the marriage

Question 7

What denomination requires its ministers to remain celibate?

Answer 7

Catholic