St . Thecla Parish engages a neighbor with door-to-door
‘ pre-evangelization ’ in Clinton Township , July 2019 .
Dr . Janet Diaz
Many leaders talk about the human dynamic we call “ belonging .” Psychologists say that all human beings have a fundamental need to feel they “ belong ,” to feel connected to others in a meaningful community . Business leaders foster “ corporate identity ,” pointing to the need for all in the company to feel a sense of belonging within the organization . Those in political life express a vision that they hope will inspire others to join up , to belong to their cause . Many megachurches insist on members joining small groups since the small group is a path to a sense of belonging within the larger community of the church . Most organizations recognize the essential importance of their members having a sense of belonging .
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