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Unit 4: The importance of Christian traditions in British society Flashcards

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When can elements of Christianity be seen in everyday British life?

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  • School terms are arranged around the Christian festivals of Christmas and Easter
  • The Christian calendar influences other British traditions like Valentine’s Day (a Saint’s day) or Pancake Day (Shrove Tuesday)
  • The week has 7 days and some people think this may reflect the biblical story of creation.
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What are other elements of Christianity in everyday British life?

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  • Shops have restrictions on the hours they can be open on Sundays, the Christian day of rest
  • Large stores can’t be open during Christian festivals like Christmas
  • Many popular names came from the Bible such as Daniel, Sarah or Aaron
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Give an example of a popular superstition that has Christian origin

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The number 13 is considered unlucky because 13 men sat down to the last meal Jesus ate before his death.

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What’s the Sunday Assembly? (Case Study)

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  • Started by Sanderson Jones and Pippa Evans
  • They both wanted to do something that was like church but totally secular and inclusive of all
  • Soon people all over the world wanted to start one
  • Now there are 68 Sunday Assembly chapters in 8 different countries
  • People sing songs, hear inspiring talks and create community together
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What is the largest religion in Britain?

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Christianity, making up over half of the population.
Statistic in the 2011 Census for England: 59.4% are Christians in England

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What’s different from the 2011 Census for England and the one in 2001?

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  • The number of Christians had fallen by 12% since 2001
  • At the same time, the number of Muslims and people of no religion had increased
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What’s the established Church in England?

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The Church of England since it is the biggest.

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What does establishment mean?

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  • The Church has strong links with the State like the government and government institutions
  • For example the law, education and the military
  • Establishment also means that the reigning Monarch is both Head of State and Supreme Governor of the Church of England.
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Who is the Monarch?

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  • The Monarch is the Head of State of the UK and 15 other Commonwealth countries.
  • The Monarch is also Defender of the Faith and the Supreme Governor of the Church of England
  • The faith of which he or she is defender of isn’t Christianity in general, but the Church of England in particular.
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Who is the Monarch crowned by?

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The Archbishop of Canterbury, who is Primate (first bishop) of the Church of England.

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Who is the current Monarch?

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Charles III

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What is different about the role of the Monarch today?

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Charles makes decisions within Parliament, rather than on his own like Henry VIII (8th) did.

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What is the role of the Monarch (or Supreme Governor of the COE) today?

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  • Approves the appointment of senior clerics (archbishops, bishops, deans of cathedrals) on the recommendation of the Prime Minister
  • These clerics take an oath of loyalty to the Monarch and may not resign without his/her authority
  • Opens new sessions of the General Synod (the Church’s governing body)
  • Keeps the vows made at his/her coronation to maintain the Church
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Info about the General Synod

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  • Since 1919, the Synod has had the power to propose laws on any matter concerning the COE.
  • These laws are called Measures
  • The Measures are taken to both Houses of Parliament to be passed
  • Following acceptance of the Measures by both Houses of Parliament, they’re submitted for Royal Assent (agreement by the Monarch) and become law
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The Church in Wales

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  • The Anglican Church in Wales was part of the Church of England since the time of Henry VIII
  • However, during the 19th century, Welsh Anglicans and other Protestants felt that the COE was marginalising the Church in Wales
  • It was disestablished in 1920
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What does marginalised mean?

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To treat (a person, group, or concept) as insignificant or peripheral.

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The Church in Scotland

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  • National established Church in Scotland, though it’s Presbyterian, not Anglican
  • It is the Scottish Episcopal Church
  • Never had any connection with the COE
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The Church in Northern Ireland

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  • The Roman Catholic Church of Ireland is the largest single Christian denomination in Ireland
  • There are slightly more Protestants than Catholics in that part of the UK (Northern Ireland)
  • The Church of Ireland is the Anglican Church in Northern Ireland
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More about the Church in Northern Ireland

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  • The Church of Ireland became the established Church in Ireland in the 16th century by Henry VIII
  • However, in 1870, the UK Parliament passed the Irish Church Act
  • This disestablished the Church of Ireland and separates it from the COE
  • It also gave the Church independence from the Monarchy and the state
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David Cameron quote about Britain being a Christian country

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‘I believe that we should reflect on the fact that it is because of these important religious roots and Christian values that Britain has been such a successful home to people of all faiths and none.’

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What two parts are Parliament made up of?

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  • House of Commons
  • House of Lords
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What does the House of Commons do?

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Consists of elected Members of Parliament who help to make laws.

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What does the House of Lords do?

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Holds the government to account for its actions and its spending, and making laws.

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Who do new laws have to be approved by?

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House of Commons and House of Lords.

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Who are the Lords Temporal?

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People who have a title, such as a Duke or Earl.

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Who are the Lords Spiritual?

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Bishops of the Church of England and they can play a significant role in the governance of this country.

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Examples of Christian rites of passage

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  • Baptism, which celebrates the birth of a baby and welcomes it into the Church
  • Marriage
  • Funerals
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How are Christian rites of passage related to Non-Christians?

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  • Many Non-Christian couples choose to marry in a church
  • Many Non-Christians arrange Christian funerals for deceased relatives
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What are examples of Christian services that mark key events in British public life?

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  • Early in November each year, the National Service of Remembrance is held in London to remember the contributions of service personnel in the two World Wars.
  • The service includes Christian prayers and hymns
  • Services are also held at war memorials across the country
  • Meetings in both Houses of Parliament begin with Christian prayers
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Public holidays based on Christian celebrations

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  • Good Friday remembers the death of Jesus
  • Easter Monday is the second day of Easter and it emphasises the importance of Easter Sunday. Workers have a day off work.
  • Christmas Day celebrates the birth of Jesus
  • Boxing Day is also the Feast of St Stephen, a Christian Saint
  • Sunday is traditionally a holiday in celebration of the Christian belief that Jesus’ resurrection took place on a Sunday
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What is the law about religious education?

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All pupils must be taught religious education and all schools should provide a daily act of worship. Religious education should reflect the fact that the traditions of England are mainly Christian.

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Names 2 organisations that are against the principle that religious groups should be able to use public money in schools.

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  • National Secular Society
  • British Humanist Association
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What are their arguments against the principle that religious groups should be able to use public money in schools?

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  • If the Churches want faith schools, they should fund them themselves
  • It’s wrong that children shouldn’t be allowed to attend their local school because of their (or their parents’) religious views
  • Faith schools select pupils from the wealthiest families and so don’t represent their local communities
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Religious groups may argue:

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  • Since they contribute 10% of the costs of some faith schools, they’re actually paying for public education
  • If some religious families are wealthy, this means they pay higher taxes and so contribute more than most people to state education in general, including non-faith schools
  • Parents should be able to choose schools for their children that share their own values

RS GCSE 2022-23 Ethics: Units 3 and 4 (26 decks)

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