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Katherine Collier a student visitor from Loyola University New Orleans says she was struck by the lack of religion in every day life.
“The biggest shock I encountered while studying abroad was the lack of religion in every day life.”
“Although New Zealand natives, or ‘Kiwis’, do celebrate holidays like Christmas and Easter, emphasis is not placed on the religious aspect of these celebrations at all, but rather, on sharing a nice meal with immediate family.”
“For religious holidays in New Zealand, no decorations are put up, no special church services are held and no emphasized prayer or singing occurs. Read more
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