What this code covers
Religious associate professionals provide support to ministers of religion or to a religious community, undertake religious works, preach and propagate the teachings of a particular religion and endeavor to improve well-being through the power of faith and spiritual advice. Their tasks include: a) undertaking religious works; b) preaching and propagating the teachings of a particular religious faith; c) assisting at services of public worship and religious rites; d) providing religious education, spiritual guidance and moral support to individuals and communities; e) administering and participating in programs to provide food, clothing and shelter to those in need; f) advising communities and individuals on proper behavior and faith to preserve or improve well-being. Examples of occupations classified here: Tribal Ritualists (e.g. Mambunong, Mumbaki, Mabaki, Mensapo and Anituwan in Cordilleras), Catechist, Lay evangelist, Lay minister, Lay preacher, Monk, Nun, Parish workers, Religious workers Some related occupation classified elsewhere: Faith healer - 3230, Healer of indigenous people - 3230, Herbalist - 3230, Imam - 2636, Pastor - 2636, Priest - 2636, Religion minister - 2636, Village healer - 3230