AUSES OF MORAL DECAY AMONG YOUTH IN ST JAMES PARISH IN BUSOGA DIOCESE
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2024-09-30
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Abstract
This study aimed at examining the causes of moral decay in St. James Parish Church, Jinja
Archdeaconry, BusogaDiocese. The study was guided by the following objectives: determining
the causes of moral decadence among youth in St James Parish Church, establishing the effects
of moral decay among youth in St James Parish Church and establishing what could be done to
curb moral decay among youth in St James Parish Church in Busoga Diocese.
The study was conducted usingboth qualitative and quantitative research approaches. Data was
collected using self-administered questionnaires from the selected youth, parents and religion
leaders from St. James Parish Church, Iganga, Busoga Diocesetotaling to 50 who were selected
using simple random sampling method.
The study findings revealed that moral decadence among youth in St. James Parish Church is
primarily driven by poor parental guidance (94%), the negative impact of technology (96%), and
significant peer influence (96%). Additionally, excessive freedom and developmental challenges
hinder moral reasoning. The community emphasizes the need for increased parental involvement
and the implementation of targeted interventions, such as enhanced Bible study and guidance
programs, to promote moral values. There is also a call for maintaining a balance between
religious and moral education in the curriculum, alongside advocating for the autonomy of
religious organizations to effectively instill moral discipline.
Finally, thestudy recommended the need for enhanced parental involvement in the moral
education of youth. The study also recommends the need for the establishment of technology use
guidelines within both home and church settings and the need for the church to implement
guidance and counseling programs aimed at youth. Lastly, the study recommends the need for
maintaining religious education alongside moral education in the curriculum of local schools.