\u003cp\u003eThis book explores the scope and breadth of religious organizations in social work practice. It begins by tracing the origins of the social work profession back to the earliest civilizations and their religious traditions, establishing the precedent for a fruitful commingling of religion and social welfare. The contributors propose that religious/faith organizations can assume responsibilities for social welfare in the 21st century, using the Korean Church as one example of an effective provider of social services.\u003c/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eA 12-step model for religious organizations to use to develop community action programs is also presented.\u003c/p\u003e
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