This is a religious marriage ceremony which contains a welcome, hymns, vows, exchanges of rings, prayers and sign register.
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Civil Ceremony
A non-religious ceremony which is often shorter and have no mention of God. Also they take place in places such as hotels because they are not religious or have had a previous divorce so cannot.
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Divorce
The legal ending of a marriage.
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Quote 1
'Marriage is a gift from God'.
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Quote 2
'Till death us do part'.
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Quote 3
'What God has joined together let no man separate'.
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Quote 4
'A man will leave his father and mother and will be united to his wife and the two will become one flesh'.
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Roman Catholic church views on divorce
They are always against divorce as marriage is a lifelong commitment. They allow a marriage to be annulled if the marriage is recognised as invalid (forced).
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Church of England views on divorce
They are against divorce however recognise some exceptions so it is sometimes allowed. Marriage should be for life but some people make mistakes and it could be seen as the lesser of two evils.
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Methodist
They have a more flexible view as some people make mistakes and should be allowed a second chance like Jesus showed compassion.
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Quote 5
'Be fruitful and multiply'.
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Church support for marriages breaking down
1) Pray to God 2) Counselling 3) Practice forgiveness to resolve issues
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Cohabitation
This is where couples live together but are not married.
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Civil partnerships
A legal recognition of a relationship and the couple receive the same rights as a married couple.
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Prejudice
This is when you unfairly treat someone for the group they belong to.
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Discrimination
This is when you act on prejudice and treat someone unfairly (paying men and women different wages).
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Causes of discrimination
1) Education 2) Influence from parents 3) A bad experience 4) Media.
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Types of prejudice and discrimination
1) Sexism 2) Racism 3) Disability 4) Religion
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Quote 6
'Christ is all, Christ is in all'.
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Quote 7
'Love your neighbour as yourself'.
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Women in church - Roman Catholics
They do not allow women to become priests or leaders because Jesus had all men disciples so if he wanted them to lead he would have included women.
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Women in church - Church of England
They do allow women to become priests. They do this because of 'Christ is all, Christ is in all.' They believe the church needs to move with the modern society.
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Desmond Tutu
He was a Christian who peacefully campaigned against the racist system of apartheid in South Africa. He gave speeches and helped with the release of Nelson Mandela.
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Family
Christians believe family is important and plays a vital role in society. They provide support for the young and old.
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A non-religious ceremony which is often shorter and have no mention of God. Also they take place in places such as hotels because they are not religious or have had a previous divorce so cannot.
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