FRHD 1100 Lecture Notes - Clara Hughes, Protestantism

• School: University of Guelph
• Department: Family Relations and Human Development
• Course: FRHD 1100
• Professor: Robin Milhausen

Document Summary

Religion: specific system of beliefs about a deity, often involving: A philosophy of life: represents a special doctrine or a group of people. 1/3 of americans under 30yrs. not affiliated with any faith. University of ottawa: the baha"i world faith, buddhism, christianity, confucianism, hinduism, islam, jainism or jain dharma, judaism, shinto, sikhism, taoism. Built on idea of a higher power or intelligence a universal energy source. A personal relationship with a transcendent being. Growth process that leads to the realization of ultimate purpose in life. Development of appreciation for the depth and expanse of life and the natural forces that exist in the universe. Recognition of what is held to be sacred. Experiences that may include some sense of a higher power. 16% of young people 15 to 24 attend a religious service at least once a week (compared to 37% of those 65+)