Chaplaincy as Ministry of Presence: A Case Study for Learners at Ikhwezi Lomso Comprehensive School

Bulelani Bomela
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Bulelani Bomela: Cape Conference of SDA, South Africa

International Journal of Research and Innovation in Social Science, 2021, vol. 05, issue 12, 442-447

Abstract: Most public schools in South Africa do not have in their organogram, chaplains to serve the mental, physical, spiritual and emotional needs of learners in public schools. Ikhwezi Lomso Comprehensive School is no exception as it falls under government administered (public) schools. Through an interaction with learners, I have discovered that learners at Ikhwezi Lomso Comprehensive School battle with issues which challenge their mental, physical, spiritual, and emotional capabilities. As a result of this, incidences, such as sexual activities, bullying, self-esteem issues and misuse of narcotic drugs and alcoholic beverages, which affect and disrupt their learning continue to be witnessed resulting in unwanted pregnancies, abortions, Sexually Transmitted infections, abuse of drugs and drinking, and unacceptable general behaviour due to lack of discipline. The study seeks to introduce a ministry of presence in the form of chaplaincy, which will work hand in hand with educators in dealing with behavioural challenges and thereby benefiting parents whose time is occupied by work and other challenges.

Date: 2021
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