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Facing Death
Facing Death
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Facing Death
Someone who is facing their final stage, the death stage, experience two dynamics which are closely independent and interrelated. When viewing the physical aspects of the final stage, the body of the subject commences system shutdown. This physical shutdown process will only end when the entire system ceases to function. In most cases, the system shutdown is a progressive and orderly progressive physical changes series that do not entail medical emergencies in demand of invasive interventions. The physical changes of the system happen to just be normal and natural paths that the body follows so that it can prepare to stop. Most appropriate response kinds are those which involve measures that are comfort enhancing (Limketkai, 2012).
The next dying process dynamic which will be put into play would be the spiritual-emotional-mental plane. This process is a different kind of process. The dying person’s spirit begins to get out of his or her body. It also gets out of the body’s immediate environment and all the other attachments that it had developed during the person’s lifetime. The releases of the spirits more often than not follow their own priorities. Their priorities might include a resolution of that which is unfinished of reception and practical nature so as to let go of the family members. These events showcase a normal and natural ways that the spirits use in order to prepare to shift into the next life dimension from their current dimension. In terms of the responses that relate to emotional-mental-spiritual plane that are the most appropriate should promote and enhance this transition and release. The process should be complicated. Every step must be followed to enhance a peaceful transition. Unless the process is enhanced and the transition and release followed to the latter, the body of the spirit will continue to wander around as they try to interact with their family and friends (Dalrymple, 2011).
The spirit of the people might also linger around and not move into the next world even if the transition process has taken place to completion if the people have unfinished business with the living (Choi, 2005). Most of these reasons might be for the purpose of revenge amongst the living who had wronged them during their lifetime or if they want to ensure that their loved ones who were left behind are taken care of.
In some cases the emotional-mental-spiritual plane might have been carried out to completion and yet the body of this individual might have not completed the process of shutting down. During such a scenario, the individual will still continue to exist as a living person till that point when the transition process will have been carried out to completion. The experience which humans call death takes place when a person’s body completes the process of shutting down and also after the spirit of the body has completed a natural process of finishing and reconciliation. These two processes must take place in a manner which is unique to values and also appropriate, lifestyle and beliefs of the person who is dying (Wedd, 2014).
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Choi, D. W. (2005). Calcium: still center-stage in hypoxic-ischemic neuronal death. Trends in neurosciences, 18(2), 58-60.
Dalrymple, L. S., Katz, R., Kestenbaum, B., Shlipak, M. G., Sarnak, M. J., Stehman-Breen, C., … & Fried, L. (2011). Chronic kidney disease and the risk of end-stage renal disease versus death. Journal of general internal medicine,26(4), 379-385.
Limketkai, B. N., Mehta, S. H., Sutcliffe, C. G., Higgins, Y. M., Torbenson, M. S., Brinkley, S. C., … & Sulkowski, M. S. (2012). Relationship of liver disease stage and antiviral therapy with liver-related events and death in adults coinfected with HIV/HCV. Jama, 308(4), 370-378.
Wedd, J., Bambha, K. M., Stotts, M., Laskey, H., Colmenero, J., Gralla, J., & Biggins, S. W. (2014). Stage of cirrhosis predicts the risk of liver‐related death in patients with low model for End‐Stage liver disease scores and cirrhosis awaiting liver transplantation. Liver Transplantation, 20(10), 1193-1201.
Every Man and Woman is the Image of God Immigration
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Every Man and Woman is the Image of God/ Immigration
Introduction
It can not be disputed that in the recent past, immigration has been a thorny issue as various individuals are ascertained to be in the country illegally. The church respects the legal position in this regard and it values the right of the country to protect its physical borders by providing security and enforcing relevant immigration laws. The church also accords individuals an equal regard irrespective of their social or/ and immigration status. From a Christian view point, an immigrant is not only a person that deserves to be respected as prescribed by the law but is also an individual who gives a Christian the responsibility to care for the same. Relative biblical teachings assert that strangers should be welcomed. This paper provides an explicit explanation of how every man and woman needs to be treated as God’s image in light of immigration.
Immigrants grapple with various challenges that range from discrimination, poverty, emotional pain and loss of loved ones to injustice and contempt. There is therefore an urgent need to alter this and accord them a humane environment because of the fact that they are a representation of God’s image. This is entirely influenced by biblical teachings that assert that an alien needs to be given humane treatment and not molested. Immigrants in this regard are likened to the experience of Joseph Mary and Jesus in Egypt as they fled from the fury of Herod (CCK 2). Various factors influence the refugees to flee their home area. Irrespective of these, Christianity demands that protection and love needs to be extended to them. This requires change of attitude towards the same and perception of them as God’s image, rather than refugees.
In order to attain this state of affairs, the church has worked relentlessly to educate the masses regarding the status of refugees. Particular areas of concern in this regard have been to create awareness about the hostile conditions of the countries of origin and why going back would compromise their wellbeing. Of great reference however has been to inform the public regarding the need to protect the dignity of the immigrants by providing them with vital care.
In addition, the church has worked unceasingly to inform the relevant authority of the inalienable rights of the immigrants including their rights to seek for security beyond their borders. In this regard, the church equates immigrants to the children of God whom Christ died for. Notably, he did not discriminate but died for the sins of every individual so that they could be delivered from their sinful nature. Likewise, the nationals need to treat immigrants in a similar manner regardless of their immigration status.
In addition, it has established refugee services programs that provide the needed care to the refugees. It has liaised with numerous volunteers to set up apartments that provide the immigrants with shelter. In addition, its volunteers provide important services that include orientation of the refugees to their new environment and providing day care services for them while they learn English language. Further, this institution mobilizes aid and donations that are usually in form of food, furniture, clothing and sanitary items. Other important services include cultural consultation that enables the immigrants to fit within the local community and adapt to the new culture with ease.
Further, they offer numerous social outreach programs. These constitute electrical engineering, carpentry, computer training, legal services and family counseling. In addition, they provide the refugees with a comprehensive health program that addresses their specific health needs. Notably, these are achieved through close partnerships and collaborations with the various social agencies. Most recently, the church has contemplated deploying pastoral officials who come from a similar background as the refugees to these areas. This is in a bit to enhance dialogue and ensure that the immigrants are comfortable.
Also, considering the fact that most of them come from Spanish speaking nations, the church offers Spanish classes to the same (CCK 5). This not only increases their level of literacy but also eases communication amongst them. In addition, it is an indication of respect of the culture of the immigrants. All these efforts are considered to be a fulfillment of spiritual obligation and responsibility of perceiving one as God’s image and treating the same in a humane manner. Most importantly, the church and other citizens are advocating for amendment of the immigration policy. This would ensure that the immigrants are accorded fair treatment by the legal personnel.
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It is the responsibility of the state, church and individual to ensure that immigrants are respected and given the relevant care and protection. Irrespective of the fact that the country needs to enforce its laws and secure its borders, it is also imperative that it perceives the immigrants as God’s children. In particular, they need to be considered as an image of God and treated as such. Religious studies assert that all individuals need to be treated equally and none should be discriminated against. In addition, it accords the natives a responsibility to care for the aliens and forbids the former from mistreating and molesting immigrants. Classic examples of such treatment from the bible include the treatment of the Israelites as well as Jesus, Mary and Joseph in foreign lands.
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CCK (2006). Every Individual is a Representation of God’s Image. Retrieved, 23rd February, 2010, from: http://www.ccky.org/Pastoral%20Resources/Immigration%20Series/2006%20Every%20Man%20and%20Woman%20is%20the%20Image%20of%20God%20%20FINAL.pdf
Domestic or Child Abuse in San Antonio (2)
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Domestic or Child Abuse in San Antonio
Domestic and child abuse is a serious issue that needs to be addressed. All over the world, millions of people have been victims of abuse. San Antonio in Texas is one of such places that have seen a rise in the number of victims of domestic and child abuse. Most victims of domestic abuse happen to be women, but men have also suffered. Domestic and child abuse takes many forms, such as physical, emotional, sexual, and psychological abuse. There are many reasons that lead the abuser to inflict harm on the victims, and also for victims to remain in the same situation over time. For children, the main reason is that they are helpless over the adults abusing them. For adults, however, there are a variety of reasons that explain the situation. San Antonio has seen a rise in the number of domestic abuse cases over the years, mainly because of lackluster efforts in the justice system in addressing cases of abuse.
There are many causes of domestic abuse. One of them is that people who experienced violence in their lives are more likely to abuse others. For example, if a person was beaten up as a child, they are also likely to beat up their own children or spouses. Witnessing a lot of violence, especially in younger years, leads a person to think that violence is the only way to resolve a conflict. The second factor that contributes to domestic abuse is feelings of jealousy, insecurity, low self-esteem, and inability to control emotions such as anger (Kumar 109). A partner with these characteristics tends to feel the need to dominate their partner, and this often takes the form of domestic violence and abuse. An undiagnosed mental disorder can also make a person turn into a domestic abuser. Excessive use of drugs and alcohol makes a person unaware of their actions, and it could drive them into domestic violence. However, there is no acceptable reason why a person should abuse another; these factors simply explain why some people abuse others.
San Antonio has experienced a rise in the number of domestic abuse cases. For example, in the year 2016, there were 692 reported cases of felony family violence, and this number rose to 939 in 2018. Additionally, the city had 10459 reports for misdemeanor family violence, rising to 11381 in 2018. In 2018, 28 women died from domestic violence in 2018, which is such an unfortunate situation (Casura 12). Bexar County is ranked number one in Texas for cases for family violence rates against women. Some people argue that the increase in numbers is due to increased reporting, but this still shows that there need to be urgent steps to address the issue. The city’s political leadership has been reluctant to solve the problem, with the city’s Chamber of Commerce President Richard Perez shockingly remarking that domestic violence is not a business issue; therefore the local government should not care about it. Such an attitude is what results in more people suffering through abuse because the community is unwilling to implement severe punishment for perpetrators of violence. City Councilman Greg Brockhouse has also faced allegations of domestic abuse in the past, though he has not adequately explained them.
Domestic abuse is often tied to child abuse. When a parent or guardian is the victim of abuse, it is highly likely that the children will also face similar violence (Guedes et al 22). The city of San Antonio has seen a rise in the number of cases in child abuse. San Antonio has seen a significant increase in the number of cases of child neglect and abuse, from 4550 in 2016 to 6175 in 2018. These figures from the Texas Department of Family and Protective Services indicate the need for serious and urgent measures to combat the situation. Judge Peter Sakai of the Children’s Court in the county says that the major contributors to abuse include mental illness, drug addiction, and family violence (Ekström & Lindström 261). The Judge says that the best way to deal with child abuse is prevention through addressing the root causes.
One of the solutions that should be used to address domestic abuse is punitive sentences for abusers. The city has a lot of backlogs of cases, and this means that perpetrators have time to continue with their abuse before they are arrested and charged. The District Attorney for Bexar County has said that his office is working around the clock to clear the backlog. There are many organizations in San Antonio that provide services for victims of domestic abuse, and the government should provide additional funding for such organizations to help address the problem (Deans et al 36). At the root of domestic violence is a lack of respect for one’s partner, and people should be urged to respect and uphold the dignity of their partners. Violent people should try to control their emotions by seeking services such as counseling and diagnosis for psychological illnesses. Other measures that could be useful in addressing domestic violence is training police officers on how to handle such cases and increasing the number of felony prosecutions. When abusers know that they face harsh charges for their abuse, this could deter them. Another measure to prevent domestic abuse is requiring offenders to get treatment for their issues such as anger management and low levels of self-control.
In conclusion, the issue of domestic violence is one that many people take lightly, but it is very serious. Bexar County is ranked as the leading county in Texas for cases of domestic violence against women. This shows that the county needs to take serious action to address the problem. Some plausible solutions include training of police officers, mandating that offenders seek treatment services and more felony prosecutions of domestic violence offenses. There are many nongovernmental organizations in San Antonio that offer services to victims of abuse, and this is also of great help. Unfortunately, victims of abuse may take time to seek the help that they need mostly because of psychological reasons. The community must work together to ensure the safety and wellbeing of all its members, including those experiencing domestic abuse.
Works Cited
Casura, Lily. “Examining 20 Years of Misdemeanor Family Violence Offenses in Bexar County.” (2019).
http://copp.utsa.edu/wp-content/uploads/2019/09/Misdemeanor-Domestic-Violence-White-Paper-Final.pdfDeans, Brenda, et al. “Victims of Domestic Violence: Findings and Suggestions.” International Journal of Health and Economic Development 4.1 (2018): 32-43.
https://search.proquest.com/openview/a32fc09aca89f4454acc2dce1dcea39d/1?pq-origsite=gscholar&cbl=2037330Ekström, Veronica, and Peter Lindström. “In the service of justice: will social support to victims of domestic violence increase prosecution?.” International review of victimology 22.3 (2016): 257-267.
https://journals.sagepub.com/doi/abs/10.1177/0269758016651946Guedes, Alessandra, et al. “Bridging the gaps: a global review of intersections of violence against women and violence against children.” Global health action 9.1 (2016): 31516.
https://www.tandfonline.com/doi/full/10.3402/gha.v9.31516Kumar, Arun. “Causes of Domestic Violence in a Particular Area.” Asian Journal of Research in Social Sciences and Humanities 7.8 (2017): 105-112.
http://www.indianjournals.com/ijor.aspx?target=ijor:ajrssh&volume=7&issue=8&article=010