Voluntary work Learning Objectives: Why is voluntary work important? Why do people do voluntary work? To investigate a case study of a religious voluntary organisation.

Voluntary Work Millions of people around the world are involved in work that is unpaid They do not have to do this; it is something that they choose to do for the benefit of others It can take different forms…what types of voluntary work are there? For religious people, voluntary work is a way that they can put their faith into action. The Parable of the Sheep and the Goats – what do Christians learn about helping others? In Sikhism, sewa is an important religious duty and a form of worship – in what way?

Voluntary work Why do some people do voluntary work? Brainstorm What are the benefits for them and for their community? Research into the work of a religious voluntary organisation. (The emphasis of the research should be on the work of the organisation.)

Salvation Army The mission statement is to proclaim the Gospel, persuade people to become Christians and to be involved in a programme of practical concern for the needs of humanity The belief in agape( selfless love) is central to the work of the Salvation Army

Tasks 1.Why is voluntary work important? 2.Describe 3 different examples of work that might be done by a volunteer 3.Explain ( give 3 reasons) why voluntary work is important to charities 4.Note down the key terms on page 66 and their meanings 5.“Treat others as you wish to be treated is the best way to live your life” Do you agree? Give reasons for your answer, using more than one point of view and religious arguments.

Religious attitudes to helping others Draw up a table to show what the different religions think about helping others. (pages ) ReligionAttitudeTeaching Hinduism Sikhism Christianity Islam Judaism Buddhism

Further tasks Explain why a religious believer might want to be involved in doing voluntary work. Refer to religious beliefs and teachings in your answer Homework: Research 2 of the case studies on pages Include the following: Name Aim of the group How the group developed The work of the group – this is key!