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The work of sharing Christianity and carrying out its teachings through words and actions, including service to others.

The work Christians undertake to continue Jesus’ work and spread his message; the word means ‘being sent’. It can include evangelism and practical service.

Mission means ‘being sent’: Christians understand themselves as sent to continue Jesus’ work, sharing his message and showing his love through their actions. Mission can take place in a person’s own community as well as overseas.

The Church’s work of sharing the Gospel and showing God’s love through words and actions, both at home and throughout the world.

Distinguish mission, the wider task of continuing Jesus’ work, from evangelism, sharing the Gospel with others.

Explain significance as well as activity: connect an example of mission to Jesus’ command, sharing salvation or showing God’s love.

Distinguish national coordination from local participation. The Bishops’ Conference organises Home Mission Sunday; individual parishes pray and collect donations.

A task given to someone to carry out. In Mark 6:7–13, Jesus sends the Twelve to preach repentance, drive out demons and heal.

Mission is the work of sharing Christianity and putting its teachings into practice. It can involve preaching and teaching, but also serving others through education, healthcare or development projects. A missionary is someone sent to carry out this work, sometimes in another country.

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AQA GCSE Religious Studies A · 8062

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