Marriage And Family:family Planning

Question 1

Christian teachings about contraception

Answer 1

• challenging issue for Christians

* no direct teachings in the bible as it’s a modern issue

Question 2

Catholic beliefs about contraception

Answer 2

• every sexual act should be open to possibility of child.artificial methods of contraception should not be used
• contraceptions prevents one of the main purpose of sex (children)
• contraception could encourage promiscuity which could lead to sti’s
• natural forms or contraception are acceptable as procreation is still possible
• human vitae says contraception is not okay

Question 3

Protestant beliefs about contraception

Answer 3

• main purpose of sex is procreation but sex is also for pleasure as and expression of love
• contraception is a sensible method of family planning
• using artificial methods of contraception does not go agains gods teachings

Question 4

Atheist attitudes to family planning

Answer 4

• believe persons situation should be taken into account
• believe they can use contraception when : want to plan when to have a family,not ready to have children ,couples lifestyles may not be compatible with children,pregnancy could be harmful to mother,safe from sti’s,couple may carry genetic disorders

Question 5

Humanist beliefs about contraception

Answer 5

• generally have no issue with the use of contraception
• argue “ if contraception results in every child being a wanted child and in better,healthier lives for women it must be a good thing”