belief that everyone is equal in value and worth

translation of a Hebrew term ‘ezer’ meaning someone who supports others

the different jobs, responsibilities, or expectations that men and women may have in the family, home, or society

Christian responses to gender equality

Religious education

Christianity and marriage

Sexual relationships in Christianity

Christian beliefs about the family

Christianity and support for the family

Christianity and family planning

Divorce and remarriage in Christianity

Christian responses to gender equality and prejudice

In this unit pupils will examine issues around sexuality, the family and relationships. They will study how Christians and other worldviews understand ideas of family and marriage and address how these affect views on issues such as divorce.

Marriage and the family

Woman was made to be a suitable helper for man.

What does the Bible verse in Genesis 2:18 say about the creation of woman?

False – this was written by St Paul, not Jesus.

False – no religious text says this at all.

True – Jesus taught that men should lead the family.

Jesus said that men are the head of the household.

All Christians agree that men should lead.

Christians may interpret the same teaching in different ways.

Only older Christians support gender equality.

How do Christians differ in their interpretation of teachings about gender roles?

as a teaching from a different cultural context

How do many Christians today interpret Paul’s instruction for women to be quiet?

What did PEW research find about views on women in the workforce?

In Christianity, marriage is seen as a {{}}, an outward sign of God’s blessing.

Some Christians believe that contraception should not be used because couples should be open to {{}}.

A grandparent, parents, and children living together.

A couple without children living together.

A couple with children from previous relationships.

Which of these is an example of a blended family?

To help with spiritual and practical needs.

Which of the following is a reason why churches support families?

Making the most loving choice in each case.

True – divorce is encouraged after problems.

False – divorce is not allowed but annulments may be.

The Catholic Church allows divorce in most cases.

Christian responses to gender equality

Lesson outcome