2.9 - The role of the Church in the local community: Street Pastors

Question 1

Why shouldn’t Christians ignore the needs of society?

Answer 1

Because showing agape love is part of the Christian lifestyle.

Question 2

What should churches do?

Answer 2

Respond practically to the needs of their local communities.

Question 3

What’s one major way churches have responded to the needs of the people?

Answer 3

By sending out street pastors.

Question 4

What do street pastors do in a summary?
What’s their primary mission objective?

Answer 4

To help and care for vulnerable people in practical ways. They work closely with their councils and authorities.

Question 5

Give 3 examples of what they can do to help.

Answer 5

Listen to people’s problems
give guidance
Direct people to organisations which can help them such as YMCA.
Discouraging anti-social behaviour.

Question 6

What is the mission of the church?

Answer 6

To make a positive contribution to the local community and being a good neighbour.

Question 7

Where is the mission of the church stated in the Bible?

Answer 7

James 2:14-17

Question 8

State James 2:17

Answer 8

‘Faith by itself, if it is no accompanied by action, is dead’