Marriage Flashcards
(19 cards)
What is marriage
Marriage is the legal binding of a relationship between a man and a woman
Facts about marriage
-Marriages can take place in either a registry office, licensed building or a Church. If a wedding takes place outside of a Church it is referred to as a civil marriage.
-The Roman Catholic Church do not recognise marriages outside of the Church.
-Some people choose not to get married as they think a certificate does not prove their
commitment.
-For people who choose to get married the wedding ceremony marks the start of their
commitment.
Genesis 2:21-24
Marriage is sacred. God created marriage and intends men and women to become ‘one’ through marriage.
Exodus 20: 14
Marriage must be exclusive. Adultery is condemned in the 10 Commandments
Ephesians 5: 25–33.
Marriage should be built on love and respect. In Paul’s letter to Ephesus he compared the love between a man and a woman to the love which Christ has for the Church.
What Christian’s look for in a marriage
Same faith, to have sex, love, security, trust, stability, money , commitment, happiness, children
What do non-Christian’s look for in marriage
love, security, trust, stability, money , commitment, happiness, children
Why do The Roman Catholic Church think marriage is sacred
The Roman Catholic Church state: “…the married state has been established by the Creator and endowed by him with its own proper laws…God himself is the author of marriage.
Why do the Methodist church think marriage is permanent
The Methodist Church describes marriage as “a life-long union in body, mind and spirit, of one man and one woman.”
Why do the Presbyterian church think marriage is exclusive
The Presbyterian Church describes marriage as: “a life- long partnership of man and wife with absolute faithfulness the one to the other.”
Why do the church of Ireland think marriage is the pro-creation of children
The Church of Ireland suggests: “One of the functions of marriage is to provide a stable family unit, within the wider community, in which children can be born and nurtured.”
What are marriage preparation classes
These are often run by the Church to ensure that the couple are well matched and that they go into the marriage with realistic expectations. It advises them on how to deal with potential problems they might face and encourages them to discuss big decisions, such as having children, before they make a commitment
What is the introduction and declaration of purpose
The priest or minister will give a short homily or sermon on the importance and purpose of marriage. (Eg: Companionship, for having children, to enjoy sexual intercourse with God’s permission)
What is the vows
These are required by law although the wording will change from church to church. A couple repeats the marriage vows to each other during the ceremony. Some couples make up their own vows but most people use the following words:
‘To have and to hold from this day forward; for better for worse; for richer, for poorer; in sickness and in health; to love and to cherish; till death us do part.’
What is the exchange of rings
These are exchanged as a symbol of the promise of unending love and the exclusive commitment which each partner is making.
What is the warning
The priest or minister quotes Jesus’ words:
“Man must not separate, then, what God has joined together- mark 10:9
What is the pronouncement
In some denominations it is stated that the couple are now married.
What is the signing of the register
This is a legal requirement in which a couple (and witnesses) sign a register. At a later stage they receive a marriage certificate. Many ordained priests and ministers are licensed Registrars and are authorised to issue marriage certificates. If they are not then a state Registrar must be present
