Causes of crime

Cards (3)

  • Christian response to causes of crime
    • Address the root of the issue that contributes to criminal behaviour
    • Recognise that poverty, inequality and lack of opportunities can push individuals towards criminal activities
    • Provide support and resources to those living in disadvantage communities
    • Believe that a strong family unit plays a crucial role in preventing crime
    • Emphasize the importance of parents spending quality time with their children, teaching them values, and providing a safe and nurturing environment
    • Provide guidance and counselling services to help individuals develop a sense of personal responsibility and make positive choices
    • Emphasize the importance of forgiveness and redemption and offering support and rehabilitation to those who have committed crime
    • Driven by a belief that Jesus asks them to care for and love the weak and vulnerable in society
  • how Christian’s address crime:
    1. Report to authorities
    2. run residential homes for at risk children
    3. support for vulnerable individuals
    4. missions to areas of deprivation
    5. Various youth projects
  • Dave Sanders: Community worker (Christian)
    ”my aim is to serve the community, to build long term relationships and show people gods love for them“