Ethics: Christainity And The Media Flashcards
(37 cards)
Definition of bias?
A preference, especially one that inhabits impartial judgment
Definition of the pope?
Head of the Roman Catholic Church
Definition of the watershed?
The voluntary code of conduct preventing films/programmes that have violent or sexual content being shown before 9.00pm on television
Definition of ‘the great commission’?
Jesus’ command for all Christians to ‘Go into all the world and preach the good news to all creation’
Definition of freedom of speech?
To be able to speak freely without censorship or fear of punishment
Definition is secular?
Worldly things and attitudes which aren’t regarded as religious or holy
Definition of blasphemy?
The broadcasting or publication of material that speaks badly of God or Jesus Christ, there was a blasphemy law that meant insulting God was illegal until it was abolished in 2008
Definition of censorship?
When a government or authority looks at+decides to change print or to not allow some media to be broadcast because it’s considered harmful in some way
Definition of evangelise?
To preach Christianity within the intention of converting people
Definition of the archbishop is Canterbury
The most senior bishop in the Church of England
Definition of propaganda?
The spreading of information to deliberately further a cause or to damaging an opposing cause
Definition of convert?
To cause a change in someone for good
Why is there controversy in the media if Christianity is included?
Portrayals of Christianity and religious figures are sometimes used in media which causes controversy if thought that it’s inaccurate or offensive. In the media there’s a constant balance between avoiding using material that cause offence+allowing freedom of speech which is a human right.
Positive side to Christianity in the media?
Educate people about Christianity
Christians have their own beliefs onwards portrayed of sex/violence in the media particularly if not portrayed in a way that supports Bibles teachings.
True of false?
True
Portrayal of Christianity and important religious figures in the media?
UK media often reports religious responses to significant news events eg 2003 C of E and CC issued joint statement to press on concerns about morality of invading Iraq
Examples of when the media reports on events that impact the Christian Church?
2005 pope Benedict was elected as the new pope
2010 extensive media coverage when the Pope visited the UK
Why do church responses to issues often make headline news?(+example)
They may be more contrary to popular secular belief. Eg 2001 BBC reported Pope John Paul referring to genetic research into human embryos as evil
Why does the media present a complex view of the Christian Church?
It shows that although Christianity is united on major issues, churches are still divided over matters of faith eg treatment of woman+homosexuals by the church
Positive examples of Christianity on TV?
Songs of praise featured stories about Christians and helps raise awareness if Christian belief and practice.
Negative examples of Christianity on tv?
The Simpsons, the Flanders family is seen as naive, boring+out of touch. But also seen as good sense of morals and rings tend to work out well for the family.
Two important religious figures in the media?
The Queen-> head of C of E+sometimes presents a Christian message in the Queens speech on Christmas Day. She has spoken about sacrifice and helping others. Pope Benedict(the second)-> 2008 had media coverage when he apologised for child abuse carried out by some Catholic priests
It is clear that Christians and Christian leaders are…
Held to have good morals eg Martin Luther king.
Often portrayed as having a role to play in world issues.
Other portrayed negatively eg 2008 child abuse, Westboro baptist Church
Example of film that focuses on religious messages?
The Da Vinci Code
