A bitter pill: Why Christians are rethinking contraception

Christian attitudes towards contraception have changed radically during the past century. As young women start to question its use, is it time for the Church to do the same? 

My perception of Christian attitudes towards contraception was once straightforward. Protestants either see nothing wrong with it or are convinced that it is a good thing for married couples, especially women, because it enables planning for a family and career. The only opposition I was aware of came from the Catholic Church, which I thought was a peculiar edict that most Catholics ignored and only a small number of faithful followers struggled to adhere to.