The term faith-based is a neologism, mostly current in American English, to describe any organization or government idea or plan based on religious beliefs, specifically Christian beliefs. The term commonly refers to associated organizations such as Catholic Charities.

What is faith-based theory?

The enhancement model is defined as a faith-based program theory ap- proach that posits the following: (a) Spiritual activities serve a supportive function to bring about social change, and (b) social service programs that do not incorporate spiritual activities are insufficient for addressing important human needs.

What is a faith-based group?

A faith-based organization is an organization whose values are based on faith and/or beliefs, which has a mission based on social values of the particular faith, and which most often draws its activists (leaders, staff, volunteers) from a particular faith group.