someone who rejects modern knowledge in favour of a literal interpretation of religious texts

someone who prioritises modern knowledge and interprets religious texts metaphorically

sexual relationships between people of the same sex (also known as homosexual relationships)

being physically/sexually attracted to persons of the same gender (also known as homosexuality)

Different religious views about same sex relationships

Religious education

Human sexuality including heterosexual and same sex relationships

Sexual relationships before and outside of marriage

Different religious views about sex before marriage

Contraception and family planning

Different religious views about contraception

The nature and purpose of marriage

Religious attitudes to marriage

Divorce, remarriage and related ethical arguments

Religious views about divorce and remarriage

The nature of families including the role of parents and children

The purpose of families

Contemporary family issues: Polygamy

The roles of men and women

Gender prejudice and discrimination

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.

Relationships and families

Christianity is described as the main religious {{}} of Great Britain.

Which Christian approach tends to accept same sex orientation as part of human diversity?

they seek to understand its meaning in context

How do liberal Christians approach the Bible?

What is the Roman Catholic Church’s official view on same sex relationships?

How might liberal Christians interpret the story of Lot?

What is one purpose of sexuality, according to Christian beliefs?

Jesus is not recorded in the Bible speaking directly about {{}} sex relationships.

Why might actions be viewed differently than feelings in Christian ethics?

Some Christians believe the Bible verses were about actions in the ancient ...

How do views on same sex relationships vary in Christianity?

Different religious views about same sex relationships

Lesson outcome