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1
Q

Why are there more divorces now?

A

Less stigma

Relatively quick and inexpensive

Less religious society - not bound to vows

2
Q

What do Roman Catholics believe about divorce?

A

Mark
- “ anyone who divorces his wife … And marries another woman commits adultery”

Cathecism
“ marriage cannot be dissolved

3
Q

Who believes in annulments and when are they grabted?

A

The only way a Roman Catholic marriage can end

Forced
One not baptised
Didn’t understand
Haven’t consummated marriage in 5 years

4
Q

What do Protestants believe about divorce?

A

Allows in some cases

Free will

Jesus
“ except in case of unfaithfulness and marries another commits adultery”

5
Q

Give 4 reasons for divorce

A

Adultery
- Russell brand and Katy perry

Unreasonable behaviour
- Tom cruise and Katy Holmes

Work
- married to work

Abuse
- physical or psychological