Religion Relationships And Families Flashcards
Three types of sexual love
Marital, unitive and procreative
What does marital sexual love mean
Within marriage and it is the ultimate commitment
What does unitive sexual love mean
Sex unites the couple and deepens their love
What does procreative sexual love mean
God creates new life through sex.
Catholic view on sex before marriage
It is wrong as:
-no risk of std
-sex should be with someone you trust not someone you randomly meet
-the gift of virginity makes the couple feel special and loved.
Contrasting views on sex before marriage
-everyone has the right to have sex when they are ready
-pre-marital sex is common and the catholic church should accept modern life
-it is fine as long as it is in a long term relationship
What is cohabitation
Two people living together as a couple before marriage
Why are viws important in a Roman Catholic wedding
You are committing yourself to become married and it shows you are ready.
Reasons for cohabitation
-may not have enough money
-may have been together for a long period of time
-may be engaged
Reasons against cohabitation
-it encourages sex before marriage
-breaks the sanctity of marriage
-can reduce the need for the couple to be faithful
What is an annulment
A statement that the marriage was invalid because one of the 7 conditions for a valid marriage was missing
How many times can someon get married in the catholic church
Once, however if there first one is annulled they can remarry again or if the original partner dies.
7 conditions for a valid catholic marriage
-marry out of free will
-must have sex
-must not be closely related
-must be free to marry
-declare willingness to accept children
-Must give consent
-five vows must be said infront of a priest
Divorce
The legal ending of a marriage
Church of england divorce beliefs
Re-marriage is allowed as a sign of God’s forgiveness and willingness to give a new start