I have asked you, dear readers, to share with me the bedtime prayers taught to you by your parents and again you have filled my inbox with joy, piety and love. Bedtime prayers are deeply important ...

The overwhelming response from readers to my request for bedtime prayers reinforces my belief that children are innately spiritual and remain so until adults take their natural faith away from them.

Each evening, it's normal to think back on what happened during the day, as well as mentally plan for the next day ahead. This time of reflection and preparation might trigger an array of responses ...

I have asked you, dear readers, to share with me the bedtime prayers taught to you by your parents, and again you have filled my inbox with joy, piety and love. Bedtime prayers are deeply important ...