Marriage And Family

Question 1

Why is marriage important in society?

Answer 1

Encourages stability.
Provides legal protection
Value both for non religious and religious people
Provides a secure environment to bring up children.

Question 2

What do Christians believe about marriage?

Answer 2

It is a sanctity - a special gift from God. A commitment between the two partners based on faithfulness .

Question 3

What Is cohabitation?

Answer 3

Living together in a sexual relationship but without marriage.

Question 4

Pros and cons of cohabitation?

Answer 4

Pros:
- enables couples to get to know each other
- children can be brought up successfully
- if it doesn’t work there is no legal complications
Cons:
- encourage a casual attitude towards relationships
- children are best brought up in a marriage
-the bible supports lifelong marriage

Question 5

How does Christianity view sexual relationships?

Answer 5

It is wrong to sleep with other people other than your partner .
Sex should only happen in marriage

Question 6

What is the purpose of the family ?

Answer 6

For procreation , to have children (gifts from God). They should provide food shelter warmth etc. It is how children should be brought up to learn how to live and form relationships.

Question 7

Quote for families?

Answer 7

“Honour your father and your mother”

Question 8

How do parishes support families?

Answer 8

Hold family services
Allow scouts and brownies 
Operate food banks
Offer counselling
Offer support and courses for money etc

Question 9

What is family planning?

Answer 9

Choosing when to have children using contraception

Question 10

What methods do Christians support?

Answer 10

Pill, coil, condoms, or the natural method of waiting when the woman is least likely to conceive.

Question 11

What do the Catholic Church and Protestant think of contraception?

Answer 11

Artificial methods should not be used as it is a sinful act. Most Christians believe the rhythm method is the best. However others may believe that people should never deny pregnancy.

Question 12

What was the Humanae Virtae

Answer 12

A letter issued by the pope saying that it is wrong to use artificial contraception to prevent procreation.

Question 13

What is divorce?

Answer 13

The legal termination of marriage.

Question 14

Why was divorce not acceptable in the past?

Answer 14

Catholics thought you were breaking your vows and therefore it wasn’t allowed. However it was only allowed if under age or under threat.

Question 15

Protestants view on divorce?

Answer 15

They believe God forgives mistakes made by humans therefore divorce is accepted. He understands relationships break down.

Question 16

Quote for equality of men and women?

Answer 16

“Male and female he created them”

Question 17

Difference between Genesis 1 and 2 on equality and genesis 3?

Answer 17

Genesis 1 - Adam and Eve created together - equality.
Genesis 2- Adam created first meaning man is superior.
Genesis 3- the woman encourages the man to disobey God , women inferior.

Question 18

How do catholics view gender equality?

Answer 18

Equal.

Question 19

What do Protestants View on gender quality?

Answer 19

Equality amongst people and within relationships

Question 20

Methodist view on gender quality?

Answer 20

Equal, women are encouraged to define stereotypical jobs. It is a better opportunity for the relationship to grow.

Question 21

What does Christianity teach about gender prejudice and discrimination?

Answer 21

We are equal,” in Christ you are all children of god”