The role of Church in contemporary society - CCEAThe Church鈥檚 role in society's changes
Christians believe Jesus taught the importance of helping others who are less fortunate. Today the Church can help tackle issues of homelessness, poverty, loneliness and disunity.
The Church can have an important role in challenging the changes in society because:
The Bible鈥檚 values are important to Christians, and they feel these values should be understood by the wider society.
Christian views can provide a healthy and challenging alternative to secularUnconnected with religion. norms that come to us through TV, radio and social media.
The Bible spoke about the moral issues of the day, the Church must continue this tradition.
People need guidance, and the Church gives a unique perspective on all aspects of life.
The Bible has many valuable contributions to make on the moral issues of the day, such as marriage. It is important for the Church to speak out and not remain silent.
However, some believe that the Church should not speak out about general issues because:
The Church should focus on religious matters only and leave everything else to the government.
The purpose of the Church should be to lead people to Christianity, rather than to involve itself in secular issues.
The Church does not always speak with one voice on certain moral and secular issues, so it is better not to speak at all.