[Margaret Pilkington]

It somehow seems fashionable to sneer at those who have some faith/religion.

Many people are what I would call quietly 'christian'(They live their lives by christian rules)...they may not even attend organised services....you can pray anywhere(if you have a God, you are sure he will listen whether you are in some gilt decorated, plaster saint adorned church, or you humble bedroom).

These 'quietly christians' may not advertise their faith...they don't wear it like a hijab or burka..preferring to be private about their beliefs.......and whatever the sneering atheists say, they gain comfort from knowing in their heart that their faith will sustain them.
There are many of these 'quietly christians' about...you just don't see them.