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The Catholic Archdiocese of Washington D.C has said that it will discontinue its service programs in the district should the city go ahead with a proposed same-sex marriage law.

Disruption to services that The Catholic Church runs could affect tens of thousands of the district’s residents.

Under the law religious organizations would not be required to cater to same-sex marriage requests but must abide by laws that prohibit discrimination based on sexuality.

Church leaders are anxious that they will be forced to recognize same-sex couples in regards to such things as employee medical benefits and adoption rights.

In an interview with The Washington Post on Wednesday spokesperson for the archdiocese, Susan Gibbs, said that the proposed bill is problematic for The Catholic Church.

“If the city requires this, we can’t do it,” she said. “The city is saying in order to provide social services, you need to be secular. For us, that’s really a problem.”

Chairman of the city’s Health Committee, David Catania responded by saying he is baffled by the church’s stance considering that in 2008 it received about .2 million in city contracts.

“If they find living under our laws so oppressive that they can no longer take city resources, the city will have to find an alternative partner to step in to fill the shoes,” he told The Washington Post.

In a separate interview council member Mary M. Cheh said she hoped the Catholic Church would reconsider.

“Are they really going to harm people because they have a philosophical disagreement with us on one issue?” she asked. “I hope, in the silver light of day, when this passes, because it will pass, they will not really act on this threat.”

The same-sex marriage bill is due for the council vote next month.

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Question by amy: Christian men – would you let your wife perform oral sex on you?
I know I’m going to get some immature and irrelevant answers on this question.

I’m getting married in a few weeks, and my fiance and I are a Godly Christian couple who has never done anything sexual besides kissing.

I’ve just been thinking about when we get married, would he not like me performing oral sex on him?

Christian guys, I need your opinion on this! Why or why not!
@ NJBeliever, this isn’t an inappropriate question to ask. I’m seeking out Christians for their advice.

Best answer:

Answer by Jesus is my Savior
Anything is permissible in marriage. Sex outside of marriage is sin

What do you think? Answer below!

If you’re shopping for a ketubah you may have some questions about the wide variety of texts available. Couples who want something different from the Orthodox Aramaic language have seemingly unlimited options (though you always need check with your rabbi or cantor before choosing your ketubah to make sure you’ll be able to use it at your wedding!) It can be awfully confusing!

In fact, modern ketubah texts tend to fall into three main categories: Reform/Egalitarian, Interfaith, or Same Sex. The variations on these themes are indeed limitless, so shop around to see what you like. Here is a brief explanation of what you can expect to find while ketubah text shopping:

With the rise of Feminism and women’s rights in the 20th Century, many couples wanted a document that was more egalitarian than the traditional ketubah. Rabbis and ketubah artists started writing alternative ketubah texts that treated the wedding couple as equals, rather than as “provider” and “dependent.” In these modern, “egalitarian” ketubah texts the language is usually more romantic and poetic than dry and legal, often including phrases from the Song of Songs or other poetic sources.

Today almost all ketubah artists and ketubah stores offer texts for Jewish couples looking for this more equal kind of document. This kind of ketubah text is usually referred to as “Reform” (though usually not directly affiliated with the Reform movement) or “Egalitarian.” Most “egalitarian” ketubah texts still retain some of the flavor of the traditional ketubah wording, however, at least in the opening section, often including some variation of the following:

“On the ___ day of the week, the ___ day of the month of ___ in the year ___, [corresponding to {civil date}] in {city, state, country}, the groom ____ and the bride _____ …”

Usually an egalitarian ketubah text also includes some reference to Jewish law or tradition, often phrased in a manner such as “according to the laws and traditions of Moses and the Jewish people.” These egalitarian variations on the ketubah tend, therefore, to be a blend of traditional style, with a modern mindset.

Frequently an egalitarian ketubah contains both English and Hebrew (usually modern Hebrew rather than Biblical Hebrew or Aramaic), though some ketubah artists offer Hebrew-only or English-only versions.

For generations the larger Jewish community has commented on the propensity of Jews to marry “out of the faith.” Although it can be challenging for interfaith couples to find a rabbi who is willing to officiate, many ketubah artists embrace and honor interfaith partnerships, and have written texts specifically for interfaith couples.

Since halakha (traditional Jewish law) does not recognize interfaith marriages, an interfaith ketubah can technically say anything at all. However, as with egalitarian ketubot, interfaith ketubah texts tend to retain some of the stylistic flavor of the original language, and frequently open with the same standard formula as above (or some variation thereof). The main difference is that with an interfaith ketubah, one partner is not Jewish, and therefore technically not a follower of the “laws of Moses and Israel,” so language that specifically references “Jewishness” is normally not included. References to Torah are usually left out as well. Other than this, an interfaith ketubah can say anything, as long as the officiating rabbi or cantor (if there is one) personally permits it. (Again, always check first!) If the officiant is not a rabbi or cantor then the only limitations on the ketubah wording are the couple’s personal preferences.

As with egalitarian ketubot, an interfaith ketubah may be in English and Hebrew (usually modern Hebrew), or it may be English- or Hebrew-only.

There has been a trend among progressive Jewish movements in the past few decades toward accepting and honoring unions between same-sex couples. Many ketubah artists now offer texts written specifically for gay and lesbian couples. As with interfaith couples, since these unions are not recognized by halakha, there are no “legal” restrictions on the wording allowed. As long as the officiating rabbi accepts the wording (or if the officiant is not a rabbi or cantor), anything goes! Same sex ketubah wording tends to retain the traditional flavor of the original Aramaic, and may be almost identical to interfaith ketubah wording, but will refer to the couple as “equal partners,” or “beloveds,” rather than “bride and groom.”

An interesting note: while in English a same sex text may be entirely gender neutral, Hebrew is a gendered language, which makes a genuinely gender-neutral text impossible. As a result, same sex ketubah texts in Hebrew are always either gendered female or male. And since male is the “default” in Hebrew, as in most gendered languages, a male same sex text may in some cases actually be appropriate for heterosexual couples as well.

Two other categories that haven’t been mentioned are anniversary ketubah texts and custom ketubah texts.

Some couples never had a ketubah at their wedding, and choose to get an anniversary ketubah sometime later. Since an anniversary ketubah is not a legal document under Jewish law, again, there are no requirements a couple has to follow (unless a rabbi is officiating at a ceremony, in which case always check with him or her first!) Not all ketubah artists offer anniversary texts, but an egalitarian or interfaith ketubah text can often work perfectly well.

Whether for a wedding or anniversary, the final option is to write your own custom wording. Writing your own ketubah text allows you to include personal promises you won’t find in a publically available text (such as “we promise to provide each other love, hugs, and snuggling”). It can also be an incredibly bonding and learning experience to work together on your ketubah text!

If you choose to write your own text and you borrow wording from another author, make sure to obtain copyright permission to use their text! And be sure to give a draft to your rabbi or cantor to make sure it passes muster and you’ll be able to use it at the wedding.

Whatever kind of ketubah text you choose, enjoy the search. And mazel tov!

©copyright Melissa Dinwiddie 2010

This article is quite a paradox. I’ve never ever experienced giving a blow job to anybody because I am straight and that’s simply not my thing. But I do know when I have been given great oral sex by a woman. In my experience with women, it would be quite amazing for you to know, that the best women when it comes to oral sex are the women who don’t know anything.

That’s right. Women who don’t know how to give great oral sex, are the best ones in giving it because of their lack of experience. A lot of women who gave me blow jobs, explored my penis more and treated it well. The women who have had too much oral sex in their lives treated my penis like it was just another toy in their collection.

Women who didn’t know a single thing about oral sex, tend to lick everything. They usually start with the obvious starting my point – which is the tip of my penis, down to my balls. Sometimes, if I get lucky, they would even lick the part where my balls and anus meet. It was pure ecstasy.

I don’t know how else to explain it but maybe women treat my penis better if they know that it is their first one. So they treat it right and move according to how I make sounds. One woman even went as far as taking my whole penis inside her mouth up to her throat, she almost gagged.

Perhaps the greatest thing about them not knowing anything is that they asked questions. If they notice that I am not making any movements and not making any sounds, they would pause and ask me. “Would you like me to lick this or kiss that?”

Communication is the best way to really please us. That’s why women I’ve experienced would always stare at my eyes to see if I was enjoying myself. If they made me moan, they would intensify whatever they are doing, whether they’re putting it deep, licking it quickly or spreading their wide tongue on my balls.

Another tip, for women who’d like to provide great oral sex is for them to be genuine. I certainly know it if a woman is faking enjoyment. Show us that you not only like it but you also love it so much. Treat our penises like it was the only thing you will ever want.

Rick

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You only have one lifetime and it’s a shame for so much of it to be spoiled by biological bad luck like being born with bodily defects that make you unattractive to the opposite sex. That’s why so many people turn to cosmetic surgery to enhance their appearances. But there’s one part of the body that men don’t seem able to easily do anything about and that’s the penis. Surgery on the penis even if you can bring yourself to try it (it’s definitely not for the squeamish) has a 70% dissatisfaction rate. If you want to improve your penis size surgery is NOT the answer. So what is?

Are you unhappy with the size of your penis? Would you like to be bigger and able to perform better in the bedroom?

Are you curious as to whether or not natural male enhancement pills are the secret to the kind of super size that has NOT been given to you by genetics or good fortune? I was…and for a time I was actually CONVINCED that the key to my own anatomical improvement lied at the very bottom of a bottle of natural supplements I could order online.

Given that the search terms penis male enlargement and Male Enhancement are two of the most searched on Google one thing you are not is alone in wanting to enlarge your penis. In fact men all over the world seek to have a larger fuller and more erect penis.

The easiest methods to make your penis that can also ensure better staying power and harder and firmer erections include exercises and traction devices. Moreover natural pills can further enhance the effect of these two techniques by ensuring better blood flow to the penis.

Are you happy with your current penis size? No? I didn’t think so otherwise you wouldn’t be reading this. Anyway if you want to make your penis bigger than you need to read the rest of this article. In this very article I’m going provide you with some information on a certain penis male enlargement method.

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Every penis is different. When fully erect they may appear similar in size however when not erect there is a considerable difference in size which is can often be embarrassing for some men.

Although the rate of divorce among older Americans has steadily been on the increase (about five fold in 25 years), few definitive studies have been done to bring attention to this situation. The prediction is that the divorce rate will continue to increase as a large portion of Americans (namely Baby Boomers) enters the 60 and over age group (www.aoa.gov).1  While most divorces occur within the first seven years of marriage, the divorce rate then decreases until about midlife when it increases again at a significant rate (Kreider, R. M. & Fields, J. M., 2001).2 The National Center for Health Statistics (2001)3 recently released a report which found that 43% of first marriages end in separation or divorce within 15 years.

The divorce rate in the U.S. has leveled off with one exception—the rate is rising for those 60 and over. The Administration on Aging (1990, 2000)4 provided data on separation and divorce for those over 60 years.  The 1990 and 2000 census reports the percentage of divorces. Although the 2000 report included ages 55 in the first category, the increase in late life divorce is clearly evident. (see chart on facing page)  Although there is a lack of research on the rates and impact of divorce in later life, anecdotal evidence indicates that many older persons are experiencing divorce and do so typically after long-term marriages. How many readers will respond affirmatively when asked if they have personal knowledge of friends, relatives, or acquaintances over 60 who are going through divorces? When I ask this question of my graduate students, many hands go up and typically many of the divorces are their own parents.

The issues that are present with late life divorce are significantly different from those of couples at earlier stages. It is important that counselors are aware of the issues since these individuals experiencing divorce late in life will be in need of counseling.    Some reasons given for late life divorce   Kids are grown and the need for maintaining the relationship isn’t as great as it once was    Can’t cope with life changes (illness, retirement)    Patterns of abuse (physical, emotional, substances)    Met and fell in love with someone else    We’ve grown apart—no longer love each other    Men feel invisible at home—they see a pattern of their parents (strong woman—passive man)    Divorce no longer a stigma—the influence of a societal mindset— instant gratification    Couples don’t “hang in” during the transition in the life cycle     Couples don’t know how to communicate/fight/argue    Extramarital affairs—often an avoidance of transition—aging    Fear of aging—denial of the fear    Retirement—more time together but no common interests    Their children’s divorce was a trigger   Economic/financial impact  The impact on economic status tends to be far reaching, especially for couples’ of limited means and for women who have not remained in the job market.

Late life divorce requires rearranging and planning for:   Social security    Pensions    Health insurance and life insurance    Insurance beneficiaries    Tax exemptions (over 55 capital gains on primary dwelling)    Re-writing wills    Ownership of properties and division of personal properties    Women tend to experience the most devastating economic impact. In many states, if a woman has a meager income (at least .00 a week), she will not receive alimony. In addition, she will no longer be the beneficiary on the insurance policy and probably will not receive a portion of her husband’s pension. Equitable distribution guidelines are not helpful for women with no earned income. According to the Administration on Aging (2000),5 women are half as likely as men to receive pension income and their risk of poverty increases dramatically the longer they live. Given this information, it is little wonder that older women have realistic concerns about their economic future and their ability to take care of themselves as they age.

Emotional and social impact  Divorce in late life is a major stressor, often resulting in emotional problems requiring therapy. Divorce is typically described as a loss and individuals usually go through a grief process similar to the stages associated with death. Family and friends do not know how to react or how to provide support. The death of a spouse is more acceptable. However, there are no rituals as in death and no rules to guide behavior. This often results in feelings of loneliness, rejection, resentment, and bitterness (Gatewood, 1992).6 Divorce support groups can provide important assistance and help for older women, but unfortunately; they tend to focus on the younger population and their issues of child rearing and child care, dating, remarriage, and workplace opportunities. Older women are typically beyond the problems surrounding children. Their needs tend to encompass issues of aging such as health, finances, housing, and relationships (family, companionship, and friendship).

Men tend to remarry, but women have far fewer opportunities to remarry. Socially, women are measured by their looks and men are measured by their accomplishments. Women report feeling like a “fifth wheel” and tend to expand their friendships with other women (Gatewood, 1999).7 According to Jane Spock, divorced after 48 years of marriage to Dr. Benjamin Spock, “You are left with a deep sense of loss and rejection, but it’s even worse than that. You also find yourself alone, unskilled, and well along in years. You feel totally unable to deal with the world (Abrams, 1986).”8 Montenegro (2005)9 reported the results of a research study on later life divorce that was commissioned by the American Association of Retired Persons. This groundbreaking study, The Divorce Experience: A study of divorce at midlife and beyond, was the first of its kind to document what has become a common experience among those at mid to later life. The number one reason given for delaying divorce was “the children.” According to Montenegro, “When contemplating divorce, many people bide their time to spare potential victims—the children.” Since most experts agree that women tend to maintain post-divorce contact with their children more successfully than do men, this probably accounts for the different level of concern.

Women were more worried about financial problems, and for both groups, delaying the divorce because they did not believe in divorce was a distant second. The survey’s authors said many of the reported trends were linked to the increased prevalence of divorce—a phenomenon that means the ranks of midlife singles are no longer dominated by widows and those who never married. “These changes in attitudes coincide with the aging of the baby boomers, the generation that first adopted liberalized sexual attitudes en masse,” the survey said. “This is the same generation that became more accepting of divorce and changed the perception of older unmarried women from being ‘old maids’ to emancipated feminists.” Overall, the respondents found divorce to be painful, and uniformly, their worst fear was being alone.  A booklet to assist older women with issues related to late life divorce was published by AARP (Divorce After 50— Challenges and Choices).10 It covers topics such as marital options, legal process (mediation, settlement), emotional divorce, therapeutic interventions, and taking responsibility for oneself. This type of resource, aimed specifically at older women experiencing divorce, is rare.

Impact of baby boomers on divorce  According to an article in American Demographics (Russell, 1995),11 baby boomers will make up the majority of the population (approximately 78 million) in the U.S. in 2005. The author states that baby boomers are entirely unlike older generations of Americans both in attitudes and lifestyles. They will create a new midlife marketplace over the next few decades. The boomers’ wants and needs are different from the wants and needs of previous generations. They are a well-educated generation and are highly individualistic, independent, and self-indulgent. Middle age is a difficult stage of life—job and family responsibilities mount relentlessly. The years surrounding age 50 + are a time of frustration and even crisis for many people. Profound things happen in midlife, and profound events will shake millions of baby boomers as they enter this time of life. Self-help books are so popular that the New York Times publishes a separate best-seller list for them. According to the author, spirituality (often not traditional religion) is experiencing a rebirth as boomers search for life’s meaning. How will this impact the Church as we know it today? And how might this impact counselors?

The increased education level of boomers, along with working women, divorce, individualistic attitudes, small families, and dual incomes will have a major impact on society. Boomers are looking for ways to escape tedium. This may result in an increase in extramarital affairs. As the boomers enter later life, youthful products, services, lifestyles, and attitudes will become commonplace. Boomers will create the new “mid-youth” market. The article divides the boomer generation into three segments that need to be watched:    Power Players: the achievers who are about to reap the rewards of decades on the job.    Fun Seekers: springs from individualism— looking for the good times and “toys”—they are the biggest spenders on new cars and trucks.    The Matriarchs: with children grown, female boomers will satisfy their demands by concentrating on “self”   Amidst all this, a surge in the divorce rate is expected (emphasis added).   Late life divorce among Christians  Barna Research (2000)12 reports that Christians have a higher incidence of divorce than the general public.

Barna separates the population into groups according to age and designates a title for each group. Divorce comparison by age groups is as follows:    “Busters” (Ages 16–34) 17%    “Boomers” (Ages 15–53) 34%    “Builders” (Ages 54–72) 37%    “Seniors” (Ages 73+) 18%   Since Barna’s research does not use the same age groups as other researchers, it is not as easy to compare the results, however, the results are worrisome and suggest that there is a need for providing old_resources and therapy for this population. And while there was no information regarding the impact of divorce specifically on Christian women, my informal dialogue with fellow therapists indicates that the impact compares with their non-Christian counterparts.    Implications for counselors  While divorce statistics suggest that there may be a leveling off overall, according to projections, divorce in later life will likely increase as the baby boomers swell the ranks of the “senior” population. This presents specific therapeutic challenges to therapists who have not been engaged in counseling persons experiencing divorce with clients who are 60+ and often ending 30-40 year marriages.

Women divorcing in later life are met with many age-specific social, emotional, and economic/financial challenges. Helping these clients develop/expand/ enhance their sense of autonomy is an essential element of therapy. Counselors need to be aware of a variety of old_resources in the community available to promote post-divorce adjustment.  Divorce recovery support groups have been effective with many women; unfortunately they tend to cater to the younger set. And while churches could provide this valuable resource, they often are resistant or ignore the need for such groups. Support groups could address economic issues such as social security, insurances, taxes, and budgeting one’s income as older women have often been “shielded” from the financial side of the marital household and are fearful of their ability to survive on a significantly smaller income. The need for social support can also be met through groups. Sharing like concerns and the knowledge that there are other women experiencing similar emotional issues can enhance the recovery process.

Individual counseling can also address these same issues and additionally provide the personal one-to-one connection needed for more in depth work, especially in the area of self-concept and inner security.  With regard to the role of spirituality and late life divorce, there is little written to guide the counselor or the client. The Christian community has either been silent on the divorce issue or rather critical. When going through the pain of divorce, there is often no soft place to land.Take help from telephone counselor.

Since the recovery process will undoubtedly have spiritual implications, counselors must be prepared to assist their clients in sorting out the spiritual aspects of the divorce and the post divorce adjustment. Life after divorce can be a daunting prospect for older women, but prepared counselors can provide the needed support to help them navigate the uncharted waters.   Conclusion    While divorce among people over 60 is still less common than divorce in the general public, it is becoming more prevalent, and it has a significant impact on older women. As the “baby boomers” move into later life, we can expect the divorce rate to continue to rise. Seniors will become the largest segment of society (Administration on Aging, 1990)13 and will require services to meet their needs. For those experiencing divorce, old_resources such as support groups and therapy will be necessary. It seems clear that the plight of women who experience divorce in later life is an issue of real concern. For Christian mental health providers, this will be an opportunity to minister to wounded hearts. We need to consider the need and prepare to serve.

Church Courts, Sex and Marriage in England, 1570-1640 (Past and Present Publications)

Adultery, fornication, breach of marriage contract, sexual slander – these, along with religious offences of various kinds, were typical of the cases dealt with by the ecclesiastical courts in Elizabethan and early Stuart England. What was it like to live in a society in which personal morality was regulated by law in this fashion? How far-reaching was such surveillance in actual practice? How did ordinary people view the courts – as useful institutions upholding accepted standards, or as an ali

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