Marriage And Family Flashcards
What ways does the local parish church support the family?
Family worship
Rites of passage: baptism, confirmation, marriage, funerals
Groups for children: Sunday school, clubs
Groups for parents: counselling
Groups for adults: Bible study group
Outreach work: visiting sick, elderly, bereaved
Social events: coffee mornings
What is the Roman Catholics view for divorce and remarriage?
Marriages for life. Made bowels before” untill death us do part”
Jesus spoke against divorce
If divorce cannot remarry in church. Only way marriage is dissolved is for annulment granted by church.
Church of England view, divorce and remarriage
Divorce is unfortunate, but may be necessary
Jesus spoke about adultery being a factor, allowing divorce
People may remarry in a church
Roman catholic view on family planning and contraceptives
“ be fruitful, and multiply”
Artificial contraception goes against teachings of church. Primary purposes of sex is to procreate can use natural rhythm method.
Church of England view of contraceptives and family planning
Use of contraceptives are acceptable,
so that couples can plan their family unit in accordance with what they can afford and demand of family and work commitments.
Every child should be wanted.
Non-religious view of family planning and contraceptives
Contraceptives prevent, unwonted pregnancies, protect people from STIs give woman control over their own fertility
Why is family important for Christians?
Strong family unit helps to create a stable society
Children seen as a gift from God
Give them security, love, shelter, food, encouragement, support
Teach them, the Christian sense of right and wrong
Roman Catholic view of sexual relationships
Only take place in marriage
Primary purpose of sex is procreation and the place for having children within a security of marriage
Church of England view of sexual relationships
May accept cohabiting couples in committed relationships and intend to marry
“ test the milk before buying the cow”
Views about sex outside of marriage
“ shall not commit adultery”
All Christians are opposed to promiscuous sex and it can lead to hurt,unwanted children ,abortion,stis
Roman Catholic Roles of men and women in the family
The father, head of the household – wage earner – provider
Mothercare of children – homemaker
Adam created first. Eve created as Adams helper.
Importance of marriage
Gift from God in creation to become “ one flesh”
Lifelong, commitment “ until death us do part”
Create stability for children
