Open a meaningful window of faith for children

Open a meaningful window of faith for children

There is one outstanding reason why people do not believe in God – when it is absent from their education as children.

So says Dr Aiyana Willard, a psychologist from Brunel University, where two surveys were carried out recently to find out what was behind lack of belief in God.

‘Not learning to be religious is what counts,’ Dr Aiyana Willard said. Those who did not see their parents participate in religion, or were not taught about religion, tended to be atheist.

David Marshall, from the Meaningful Chocolate Company, said: ‘It seems that if children are not told about God or hear the stories which inspire faith, then they are more likely to be atheist. We aim to play our part in reversing the trend.’

The company’s 2024 Real Advent Calendar comes with a 24-page copy of the Christmas Story and includes challenges such as supporting charities and saying a prayer.

‘Giving a Real Advent Calendar opens the minds of children and parents to the possibility of faith as they learn more about the Christmas Story over the 24 days of Advent,’ said David.

• The Real Advent Calendar will be on sale at the 10ofThose bookshop (stand D1) at CRE 24

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