relationships and families

• What is the meaning of procreation? Having children
• Give two teachings about the role of parents in a religious family All religions teach that the main role for parents is to provide a secure and stable environment for children to grow up inworship at home or in the place of worship / encourage them to become full members of the faith
• Give two contrasting beliefs about contraception All denominations of Christianity permit natural contraception however some do not permit artificial forms of contraception seeing it as against natural law and against the purpose of marriage- ‘Every sexual act should have the possibility of creating new life. Contraception impedes the will of God as a large family is a blessing from God. - ‘Like arrows in the hands of a warrior are sons born in one’s youth. Blessed is the man whose quiver is full of them.’ (Psalm 127: 4&5)   "
• Give 2 beliefs about same-sex marriage Traditionally marriage is seen as part of God's plan resulting in procreation which is not possible for homosexual couples, naturally.The reasons for marriage are as valid for same-sex couples as for heterosexual couples. Marriage is more than having children as not all heterosexual marriages result in children
• What is the meaning of heterosexual? Having/wanting sexual relations with someone of the opposite sex
• What is the meaning of homosexual? Having/wanting sexual relations with someone of the same sex
• What does celibate mean? Choosing not to have sexual relationships at all or for extended periods of time
• What does chastity mean? Choosing not to have sexual relationships for now
• What is the age of consent in the UK? 16
• What is adultery? Somebody who has a sexual relationship with somebody else when they are already married is committing adultery.
• What is contraception? the deliberate attempt to prevent a pregnancy, using artificial or natural methods
• What is artificial contraception? Contraceptive devices which are made and then used
• What is natural contraception? This involves contraceptive practices or behaviours aimed at limiting the chance of pregnancy.
• What are permanent methods of contraception? These are operations that prevent the production of sex cells (sperm and eggs). They last forever.
• What type of contraception is a condom? Artificial
• What type of contraception is the contraceptive pill? Artificial
• What type of contraception is the withdrawal method? Natural
• What type of contraception is the rhythm method? Natural
• What type of contraception is sterilisation? Artificial
• Give 3 Christian views on human sexuality Part of God’s plan for humans to have sex. Man and women should ‘increase in number’ Some Christians believe that they should do the most loving thing therefore their teachings should adapt into a changing world. (Homosexuality/ sex before marriage)  "
• Give 3 muslim views on human sexuality It is a way for humans to express themselves. It is natural. Forming heterosexual relationships should lead to having children.  "
• Give 2 comtemporary British attitudes on human sexuality Today sex before marriage, multiple sexual partners, children outside of marriage, adultery or homosexual relationships are more accepted.  It protects anyone under the age from exploitation and abuse. "
• Give 3 christian views against homosexuality- INCLUDE QUOTE Against God’s command to increase in number- can’t reproduce. Sexual relationships between men are forbidden in the Bible. Not allowed to get married within a Church.  “ Do not have sexual relations with a man as one does with a women; that is detestable.”  "
• Give 2 christian views accepting homosexuality Church of England accepts homosexuality as long as they are faithful and committed to one another. Some believe Bible teachings need to be updates to this modern society- therefore making it acceptable.
• Give 2 Muslim views on homosexuality- INCLUDE QUOTE Homosexuals should control their actions and not break God’s laws. Some believe homosexuals will have to answer to God on judgement day. “ Must you, unlike other people, lust after males and abandon the wives that God has created for you? You are exceeding all bounds.”
• Give 2 contemporary british attitudes towards homosexuality Today homosexual relationships are more accepted. It is now legal to be in a homosexual relationship and couples can now marry or convert civil partnership into marriage if they wish
• Give a christian view that supports sex before marriage Some accept as it is a valid expression for their love for one another.
• Give 3 Christian views that opposes sex before marriage- INCLUDE QUOTE Sex expresses a deep, loving lifelong union after marriage. Sex should not be for temporary pleasure. It is wrong to use people for sex, and it is irresponsible to spread STI’s or risk pregnancy  “Every sexual act must be within the framework of marriage,”  "
• Give 2 Muslim views on sex before marriage- INCLUDE QUOTE Sex is a gift from God and therefore must be used responsibly. Muslims believe that causal sex is wrong and detracts from the dignity of those involved.  “ The only way to protect all within society is to maintain a society where only a man and his wife share the act of sex.”  "
• Give 2 christian views on sex outside of marriage and include a teaching for both It is wrong because it involves secrecy, lies and a betrayal of trust. - “You have heard that it was said ‘you shall not commit adultery’ but I tell you that anyone who looks at a women lustfully had already committed adultery with her in his heart”Marriage is unbreakable that demands total faithfulness- “You shall not commit adultery”  "
• Give 2 muslim views on sex outside of marriage with a teaching to support each of them Muslims should avoid situations that could lead to sexual sins.-  “ A man should not stay with a women in seclusion unless he is a relative.” Adultery often destroys marriage because of betrayal of trust- “And do not go anywhere near adultery, it is an outrage and an evil path.”  "
• Give a contemporary British attitude on sex outside of marriage Many non-religious people would agree that sex outside of marriage is wrong.
• Give 2 Christian views that support the use of contraception Economic, environmental, physical and physiological reasons are acceptable reasons for not bring children into the world. Catholic church is not against family planning, but they should use the rhythm method to space out their children.
• Give 2 Christian views which oppose the use of contraception Contraception goes against natural law. God’s purpose for marriage is to have a family.
• Give 2 muslim views supporting the use of contraception Allowed within the context of a marriage. A couple should be able to decide when to start a family and also how many children to have.
• Give 2 muslim views which oppose the use of contraception Interferes with God’s planGod gave people the strength to cope with children.
• Give 2 contemporary British attitudes which support the use of contraception It is responsible to address unwanted pregnancies in a society that is having sex, casual sex and sex before and outside of marriage. Controls population growth.
• Give a contemporary british attitude which opposes the use of contraception If they can cause abortions they are unacceptable.
• When did same sex marriage become legal? 2014
• Give an Islamic belief on same sex marriage Islam forbids homosexuality