Roman Catholic Church / Declining Membership?
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This 8 page essay investigates possible reasons for the declining attendance at Catholic Masses. Reports from leading sociologists and well as practicing Catholics are offered. Comparisons are also made between previous generations and today's membership in the Church. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: Romanc.wps
Essay Title: Roman Catholic Church / Declining Membership?

The Catholic Church / Sex & Marriage
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In this 5 page paper the author discusses whether it is wrong to have sex outside the sanctity of marriage? The Catholic Church says most definitely, but in today's more liberal society, this notion might not be as widely accepted as in the past. The writer talks about how sex, marriage and chastity still hold firm within the religion. Bibliography lists 8 sources.
Filename: Cathsex.wps
Essay Title: The Catholic Church / Sex & Marriage

Abortion
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The controversial issue is explored in this 6 page paper. Three countries, Japan, Italy and the United States are considered along with three religions of Buddhism, Catholicism and Protestantism. The thesis maintains that the influence of religion concerning abortion exists throughout the world among various religions and has served to ironically increase abortion by neglecting proper sex education. Infanticide as a new disturbing trend is also noted. Bibliography lists 7 sources.
Filename: Abrtn.wps
Essay Title: Abortion

'The Anabaptist Story'
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A 5 page review of the book 'The Anabaptist Story: An Introduction to Sixteenth - Century Anabaptism' by William R. Estep. Estep's book presents a picture of the Anabaptists beginnings and illustrates how this religion, as well as many others, were heavily persecuted by the Catholic Church for their views which essentially centered on getting back to basic Bible beliefs and followings. The Anabaptist descriptions provided by Estep are illustrated in their relationship to the present day Baptist faith. No additional sources cited.
Filename: RAanabapt.wps
Essay Title: 'The Anabaptist Story'

Marriage And The Baptist Church
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A 5 page paper that discusses the controversy caused by the Baptist Faith and Message study committee who proposed a number of new articles for the Church. The most controversial proposal was one that stated wives 'should graciously submit' to their husband's leadership. The debate has to do with the word 'submit.' The arguments of both proponents and opponents are discussed. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
Filename: PGbaptist.wps
Essay Title: Marriage And The Baptist Church

The Role of Women per the Bible
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15 pages in length. Gives an indepth analysis of how the Bible feels women should be submissive to the male in society, and how this has affected women throughout time. An excellent and well-cited paper. Bibliography lists 13 sources.
Filename: JGAmarrg.wps
Essay Title: The Role of Women per the Bible

"A Model of Christian Charity"
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A 4 page discussion of the meaning and applicability of the speech delivered by Governor in 1630 aboard the Arbella. Winthrop's speech was patterned according to Puritan beliefs and world views. As a consequence, the speech seems harsh by today's standards. Some might even classify Winthrop and his followers as zealots. On closer inspection, however, it becomes apparent that the message contains both stern warnings and deep understanding of the human condition and the factors that challenge our everyday lives. No additional sources are listed.
Filename: PPchrisC.rtf
Essay Title: "A Model of Christian Charity"