On November 11, 2023, Lauren Ell, President and Founder of Christian Atheist Society, emailed the letter below to world renowned activist Ayaan Hirsi Ali. The letter refers to a written piece called “Why I am now a Christian” that Ali published on November 11, 2023.
Dear Ayaan,
I recently read your piece “Why I am now a Christian.”
I am glad you are moving forward on your path, but I am disappointed in how you have downplayed atheists as being strictly against Christianity.
Are you aware that there are atheists who find value in Christianity and even go to the extent of calling themselves Christian atheists?
I have been calling myself a Christian atheist for years and even started the organization Christian Atheist Society.
I even had brief email correspondence with your husband regarding my organization because his name came up when I was researching the subject of Christian atheists.
It is critical to draw awareness to the fact that there are atheists that sympathize with Christianity and even find value in it. This effort of bridging the gap between atheism and Christianity is incredibly important as the west becomes increasingly secular.
There must be unity in valuing Christianity rather than division.
You are welcome to send any feedback you have.
Best,
Lauren Ell
President
Christian Atheist Society
Christian Atheist Society was launched in 2021 to serve as an organization for atheists who take interest in or associate themselves with Christianity.