Owen is very active in his church. When his wife dies, he loses interest in eating and taking care of himself, so the church forms a group to help care for Owen. Group members bring him food, make sure that he is sleeping, and spend time with him so that he knows he is not alone. Owen's church group understands what about their role as a small group?

A. They can fulfill a need to belong.
B. They can improve someone's effectiveness.
C. They can provide protection.
D. They can pressure someone.


Answer: C

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