THE ROLE OF THE CHURCH IN FOSTERING SUSTAINABLE EDUCATION Part1
When people talk about Education, especially in relation to western education, they almost invariably refer to learning which takes place in school resulting in the acquisition of knowledge and skills, passing examinations and obtaining certificates.Education is, however, much more than the acquisition of knowledge, skills and certificates. In Christian education; education is defined as the sacred task of forming the character of the child and aiding him/her to attain the purpose of existence. It is stated in CAN.795 of the Code of Canon Law that “education must pay respect to the development of the whole person so that all may attain their eternal destiny and at the same time promote the common good of society. Children and young persons are therefore to be cared for in such a way that their physical, moral and intellectual talents may be developed in a pleasant manner so that they may attain a greater sense of responsibility and a right use of freedom and be formed to take an active part in social life.”
"THE CHURCH” in this article is defined in two perspectives, one as an institution and two as an organism. The Church as an institution has been described as a “formal organization that sets out to accomplish a specific purpose”. It is an agent which can do things; and can say things because it has its own voice. The Church as an institution has its own purposes and plans, its own structure and officers, and its own mission. It has its own proper sphere. In many ways it parallels other institutions, like governments or schools.It is from this perspective that we understands the term ‘Church’ to mean an organised people of God, a spiritual and moral force to be reckoned with.The Church as an organism refers to “the church as the body of believers, the communion of believers”. Also a church is a local assembly of believers as well as the redeemed of all ages who follow Jesus Christ as Saviour and Lord; it is a community of Christians who believe in and follow Christ without reference to locality or limits.
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