'Faith is a core part of my identity.... without it, I think lockdown would have been so much harder' Meet the people who say their religion is helping them through the pandemic
"Faith is a core part of my identity. Without it, I think lockdown would have been so much harder."For some people, like Philip Baldwin, prayer has made a big difference in getting through three tough months of lockdown.
"I created a sacred space in my home for prayer and reflection, with a few select items like the Bible and candles, celebrating Jesus and reflecting on his teachings."Despite missing human contact with fellow congregation members in person, he credits his church, which comes under the Anglican Church of England, for bringing together members virtually.
"I know that the pandemic isn't over. But I feel like there is a higher power taking care of me, and it's reassuring," she tells Newsbeat. Normally after studying, she'd be playing sport with her friends. Instead, she is"reading old texts about Hinduism"."Knowing I've got someone looking over me has reduced my fear and makes me think I can achieve anything in the future if I try.""I'm more inquisitive and learning about religion has helped me through the days"The 24-year-old says she's come to terms with the crisis only after reading more about the history of Sikhism.
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