Relationships and Families Key Ideas Flashcards
3 points about homosexuality in Christianity
No from the Catholics ‘disordered’
homosexual relationships are banned by the bible
liberal Christians say that Jesus want people to love each other and we should be accepting
What do Christians think about sex before marriage?
Roman Catholics say all sex before marriage is wrong
Liberal Christians say it is fine in a long loving relationship
What is adultery?
Sex with someone who is not your husband or wife
What do Christian and Muslims think about adultery?
It is prohibited in both religions
What is artificial contraception?
Using something man made to stop you getting pregnant
Condom, pill, coil etc
What is natural contraception?
Contraception that uses methods like the rhythm method to plan when one is least fertile. it is accepted in Catholicism.
Christian views on artificial contraception?
Catholic church says that every sexual act should be open to procreation (having babies), against artificial contraception
Church of England says its allowed as it gives couples time to decide if they want children
What is marriage?
A religious and legal ceremony in which two people are joined together for life
What is divorce?
The legal break of a marriage
Allowed in the UK
Christian views on divorce?
Catholic Christians say that sex after divorce is adultery and so divorce isn’t allowed
Church of England accepts divorce if it is because of reasons such as abuse but special permission is needed to get remarried
3 types of families
Nuclear - 2 parents and children, some Christians say that this is the ideal
Extended - including grandparents and other relatives as well
Single Parent - only of parent brings up the children
3 purposes of a family
Procreation - to have and bring up children
Stability - a safe and secure environment for the children
Faith - a way to bring children up as good Christians
What is gender equality?
Men and women are treated equally and have the same rights and opportunities as each other
What does the Catholic church say on gender equality
Women have a special role as mothers
Are not allowed to be priests
Church of England has allowed female priests since 1994
