Integration Of Faith And Learning

Advertisements are an important vehicle designed to promote or help sell a product, service or idea (Young, 2014, p.35). As a dimension of IMC, advertising is “…most often associated with offenses that attract attention from critics and regulators alike” (Young, 2014, p.34). This can be

Accordingly, Target’s (2015) CSR Report emphasizes its sense of community, stewardship, and responsibility by focusing on such areas as wellness (of guests, team members, and communities), sustainability of its products and business operations, inclusiveness, and community investment (p 2). Furthermore, Target’s management states its “performance as a company is intrinsically linked to the health and vitality of the communities” where its team lives and works (p 1). For that reason, Target contributes 5% of its profits back to local communities and has done so for 70 years (p 1). In its 2015 CSR Report, Target reports on the progress towards achieving its 20 corporate social responsibility goals it set in 2010. Progress is presented in easy to read graphics spread over seven pages of the 45-page report with goals for the future under development and to be released (pp 4-10, 10). In addition, Target’s website has this information under the categories of environment, team-member wellness, education, and volunteerism.

Target Corporation is a retail chain specializing in household goods, clothing, food, and accessories at discounted prices. The retail chain’s history started back in 1902 as Goodfellows and in 1910 as The Dayton Company. Initially, the chain specialized in “furnishings, fabrics and decorations for business and other public institutions” (“Target Corporation,” 2016, p. 5). Eventually, Target went public in 1967 and on to acquire Mervyn’s in the 1970s where they became the seventh largest retailer in the United States. Target operates in the United States, where it is headquartered in Minneapolis, Minnesota and as of January 31, 2015 Target employs over 300,000 people. “The company recorded revenues of $72,618 million in the financial year ended January 2015, the operating profit of the company was $4,535 million, [and] the net profit was $2,449 million” (“Target

I chose to do my research on the Target Corporation. I feel they have a reputation of service to their customers, employees and community. Target’s mission is great value, the community, diversity and the environment. Target takes 5% of its income and puts back into the community. The Reading and Education Program, The Military and Veteran Support Program and The Social Services Program are just a few of several programs Target Corporation offers to the community. Target has a great reputation to be a positive fixture in the communities they serve. I think it says a lot about a company and the way it does business. I would feel good about working for a corporation like this. The Target Corporation has good ethics and is socially

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Target has been giving to the community since 1946. They are growing a brighter future for their team members and the community. Targets community impact states that “Every time we build a new store, we bring our legacy of giving and service to the community around it through the local programs and partnerships we support.” I believe they have a lot of impact on the community and can show that they are a great company to be a part of. Target gives out education grants, and public safety grants, has a team member volunteer program, food donations, local support for United Way, etc.

120). Most world religions believe in the moral practice of fulfilling promises made to others. Christians are also guided by the practice of showing kindness, giving, and caring about others. I believe most people are inherently good, and have the desire to help those in need. I am not a Christian, but I believe I have a duty to serve my fellow humans, not just my fellow Americans, but people from all walks of life. I agree that Christians should not be influenced by racism or Christian exclusivism (Pg. 123). I believe it is unacceptable and unjust to judge another person based on age, sex, gender, disability, race or ethnicity, religious beliefs, nationality or any other form of

Clark is an eighth grade student at a private K-8 Christian school. School has been in session for about five weeks. It is his first year at this school and he is having some difficulty establishing friendships. His home life is not typical of many of the students at this school. He lives with his grandfather four days a week and with his mother for the remaining three days. Clark’s father is not a part of his life. Clark is quiet and does his best to please his teachers.

It is a through a faith based education that one may discover the constant yearning of oneself and the purpose and meaning of their life. A faith based education mixed with a person’s spirituality can take an individual through a journey of faith and knowledge to a destination of self-actualization. A catholic education guides us to walk with Christ and develop love, hope and joy for God, which then assists an individual through challenges in their life. An Islamic education enables their followers to succeed in a constantly changing world, through the teachings of Allah. Often people come across challenges that question their meaning and purpose to the world, and the meaning and purpose of the world in general and life itself. Religion and spirituality combined guide a person to discover the inner-strength necessary to find oneself and their purpose, through transformative learning and an ever-longing yearning.

When in a crowded room, I can pick out who is a Christian, and who is not simply by the attitude they presume. Christians have this unexplainable joy in their lives, which permeates everything they do. Whether at work, in the car, or in their homes, true gentlefolk live their lives to please the one who made them, and not to please man. However, this does not mean they do not serve their fellow man. On the contrary, this makes them love God’s image bearers more. Therefore, a true follower of Christ can be called nothing other than a gentleman, or

profession of faith in Jesus Christ. I was about six years old, but I believe

Target is a company that is trying to help the environment in an innovative way. They are taking a number of steps to provide environmentally friendly products for people who are consciously making purchases of organic and natural products. Target provides a variety of items for its consumers and deals with several companies for environmentally friendly products.

CSR is the concept that businesses should balance profit-making with activities that benefit society, as Bruce Dayton believed “businesses should act in the best interest of society” (Target, 2015). Accordingly, Target’s commitment is to design tomorrow’s Target through our value chain, building community and creating a great workplace. As such, its 5 core beliefs: innovation, leadership, growth, inclusivity, and community influence its ongoing commitment to CSR. Furthermore, they achieve this by concentrating on:

However, Target’s consistent activities toward CSR are in line with its competitors (See Table 3). Therefore, to maintain its competitive advantage, Target must continue to review its business and societal issues. For instance, it should work with its stakeholders, as well as its team members, customers, and partners to “gauge where Target can drive and contribute to

How do you know what you believe in is what you should hold dear to you? Well, the truth is you don’t. I believe in Faith and Spiritual Growth. I find that it is efficient when living a happy and healthy life. Without faith it would be extremely difficult to believe in much of anything. I have faith that everything that is happening and will happen in my life will pass and is used to my advantage in shaping a stronger spiritual connection. Not only do I believe these things, but I practice my faith and engage in activities that allow me to grow stronger as a spiritual being.