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Scenario

How to discuss religious conflict with children who are learning faith

My nine-year-old asked me why people kill each other over religion and I didn't know how to explain religious violence while still wanting her to value our faith.

More people experience this than they realize.

What we've seen

The parent struggles to acknowledge the shadow side of religious history while nurturing their child's spiritual development.

Your guide for this
Rumi
Rumi works with people navigating exactly this kind of situation.
Ideas that help explain it
Worth thinking about

“Where Are You with Children and religious education?”

Peri

Peri can explain why this happens, help you decide if this is the right situation for you, and point toward the right journey or coach.

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