Assignment 1

Professional Philosophy of Helping

"Religion that God our Father accepts as pure and faultless is this: to

look after orphans and widows in their distress and to keep oneself from

being polluted by the world"

-James 1:27-

My desire to help and serve others stems from my Christian faith. I grew

up going to church every week and when I started 6th grade, I began

volunteering in Sunday school classrooms for younger kids. I continued

to volunteer in different areas at my church through my high school

years. The youth group I was involved with also provided me with

opportunities to volunteer in our community with several organizations.

I always enjoyed my volunteer experiences because I was able to be

with my friends and I knew we were making a difference in our

community. The fulfillment I got out of these opportunities doesn’t stop

there however; it is much deeper than that. In James 1:27, Jesus calls us

to look after those who are struggling and need help, love, and support.

By serving others through a career in human services, I have peace

knowing that I am fulfilling what my creator has called me to do.