In order to deal with the
total man, we need a Social Service arm of the church. We cannot separate the
soul from the body and claim to be concerned about the soul's salvation and
ignore the social conditions. We must minister to the whole man.
- Benevolence
We should be able to
assist those in distress in the hour of sickness, death, or emergency needs.
- Coordinating
Social Services
In providing emergency aid for the needy
also to put them in contact with other agencies for continuing needs,
sometimes acting as a go-between. Many people have difficulty dealing with
public agencies and could use the help.
- Commission on
Social and Civil Action
Because of the many
social and political issues that effect our lives, the church needs to be
kept abreast of the issues that necessitate some social action by the church
membership. In conjunction with all the above, there are other things that
the church can do to meet the needs of the people. There should be awareness
and a flexibility to adjust to new situations as they arise, not
compromising our faith. The following are ideas:
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...e-mail to Rev.
Coleman