In life favors are typically returned when needed. When someone that loves you gives you a gift
on any special occassions, out of courtesy you do the same. When someone provides you
with advice when needed, return the favor by providing them with any advice you have they may need.
When someone gives you a complement you respond by returning one. Responding to another's appreciated actions with a nice deed is a sign of appreciation.
Communities provide residents with numerous services, but a majority of citizens are abominable at returning them. Any residents appreciative of the services a community provides have the responsibilty of returning services to the community that initially provides it. I try best when I can to give back my community. This summer I volunteered with a church camp. There I painted a church that provided food for the homeless, I cleaned up Fort Lauderdale beach, and went out and feed the homeless. Services given back to a community help keep that community thrive by keeping the residents happy and the area clean. After painting the church, I realized that nearly everything in the community provides services. The church I painted provided refuge ffor the homeless; the homeless were given a place to rest and eat, while the beach provide citizens with luxery and entertainment.
Community service builds not only a community but character. Volunteering requires selflessness, in which time, labor, or company is given. Once an individual learns the effects volunteering has on others, they learn
its importance and will continue to strengthen their community and those in it. community service is something everyone capable should do; afterall its basic courtesy.
