Rligion And Human Relationships Flashcards
What is the order of marriage
Vicar says this is a gift from God, then asks if any one has any objections, then the couple say their variate vows, then they exchange the rings, then the couple get asked if they want to marry each other, then the vicar asks for a blessing on the couple. Hymns may be sung during the service
How do liberal Christians, such as Quakers, approach the wedding service, marriage being a vocation and it being a lifelong commitment
Someone is responsible for overseeing the ceremony, rings may or may not be exchanged, in front of a congregation, can remarry after divorce. Marrying recognises that a marriage is bigger than we are.
How do traditional Christians, such as Roman catholics, approach the wedding service, marriage being a sacrament and it being a lifelong commitment
Rings are exchanged as a sign of unbroken love, ceremonies performed by an ordained vicar or priest. Marriage is a sacrament.
What are the 2 legal definitions of marriage
Recognised by the Church of England and other religions where marriage should be between a man and a woman. The other one is regained by the state where it can also be same-sex marriage
Why should people have a divorce
If the other person in the relationship has had an affair because the trust in the relationship is lost. If a person is abused in the relationship. If simply the marriage isn’t working out such as arguments.
Why shouldn’t divorces be aloud
A couple should stay together for their children’s sake. They would be braking the promises they made at their wedding
What is the main role of sex
To create new life
What does contraception do
Prevents STDs and prevents pregnancy
What are 3 categories of methods of contraception
Artificial method - form of medication or hormone stopping pregnancy. Barrier method - prevents egg and sperm meeting. Natural method - still allows the possibility of pregnancy, but the natural method can prevent it
What are the 10 methods of contraception
The combined pill, the rhythm method, condoms, sterilisation, emergency contraception, the withdrawl method, IUD, contraceptive implants, contraceptive patch, contraceptive injections
What do Roman Catholics believe about contraception and what does every other denomination believe about contraception and why
Roman Catholics believe that artificial methods are wrong, whereas every other denomination believes that it is ok, sex is to be enjoyed, doesn’t have to make babies, and the couple might not be in the correct financial state to have babies
What is a marriage
A civil and religious go mittens for Christians
