Marriage And The Family Flashcards
Give 3 reasons why marriage is important.
. Encourage stable relationships
. Nurtures feelings of self esteem and value.
. Provides a secure environment in which to bring up children
Give 2 Christian beliefs about marriage
The sanctity of marriage is important
. For Catholics marriage is a sacrament
. The Bible teaches that marriage is between a man and a woman.
Give 2 non religious views on marriage
. Marriage is not important
. Marriage is a public sign of commitment
. Many non religious people are accepting of same-sex marriages
Give 3 Christian teachings on sexual relationship
. Sex should be between a man and a woman.
. Sex should only take part within a marriage
. Adultery is wrong
Give 3 Christian beliefs on same-sex marriages
. Homosexuality is wrong. Homosexuals should not have sexual relationships
. The Bible teaches that sex should be between a man and a woman
. The Bible also teaches that sexual immorality is a sin against God
Give 2 humanist views on homosexuality
. Same-sex relationships are fine as long as the relationship does not cause any harm to those involved
. Personal choice and freedom are important including the freedom to be in a same sex marriage
What is a nuclear family
2 parents and their children
What is an extended family
Parents children and other relations living closely together
What is a blended family
Parents with children from previous marriages
Give 3 Christian views on contraception
. The use of artificial contraception is wrong
. Sex should always be open to the possibility on conception
. Natural methods are accepted
Give 3 non religious views on artificial contraception
. They accept the use of artificial contraception
. It is a personal choice
. Allows women greater control over their lives
Is divorce allowed in the Catholic church
No- the marriage vows were not meant to be broken as they are a covenant (agreement) made before God so cannot be broken
