Community Outreach and Assistance Programs

hile the primary activities of Churches of Scientology are the ministry of auditing and training services, they have become known in cities the world over for engaging in a wide range of activities to improve their communities.

In the centuries before government welfare programs became the order of the day, churches were the principal caretakers of those in society who needed assistance. In many areas, churches are still looked to for aid, and it is in this tradition that Scientologists actively work in their communities.

As Church members progress up the Bridge and increase their own understanding and awareness of themselves and their fellow man, it is natural that their attention turns to the world around them and that they assume responsibility for the conditions they find there. Charity and social responsibility are natural outgrowths of their spiritual values. And compared to similarly sized congregations, Scientologists pride themselves in performing more hours of community service per capita.

The Scientologist's approach to betterment activities is results-oriented: to handle the immediate human or community need, while addressing its underlying causes so lasting results and long-term improvements are achieved.

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