They're as great, if not greater, now than ever. While some continue to question their faith and spirituality, many have turned to traditional places of worship in the hopes of finding answers, advice, and especially, friends. Sophomore Sarah Blackburn, who attends St. Thomas More Church in Durham, says her faith has brought her to the Catholic church for a number of reasons. Mostly, it's to strengthen my relationship with God. Associate Chaplain Amy Hickey of the UNH Catholic Student Center sees many students who, like Blackburn, are exploring their beliefs through the church.
Faith is a gift.
Junior Av Harris, an active participant in the Jewish community, says faith in Judaism, has lead him and others to a sense of rooted belonging that keeps its followers connected. It's not just faith. Judaism is based on law and action. It's not necessarily just religious or spiritual. Harris, former president and program coordinator of the UNH Hillel Society, helps to keep those traditions alive by teaching Hebrew school to more than 40 children at Temple Israel in Dover.