However the challenge remains in closing the gap between faith and action – to put the good values we believe in, into action. The majority of South Africans look to the author of our shared values to explore and understand issues of morality; according to the 2001 census, 83% of South Africans align themselves with one of the country’s four major religions. 79.8% of South Africans described themselves as Christian, 1.5% as Muslim, 1.2% as Hindu and 0.2% as Jewish.

HEARTLINES has met with leaders of the majority of church denominations and networks, all of whom have shown full support for this initiative. Also consulted are Hindu, Jewish and Muslim leadership, and the National Religious Leaders’ Forum (NRLF), who have welcomed a platform that can be used by all to encourage the practice of good values.

TAKE ACTION FOR GOOD This resource is about how you can be a person who takes action… forgood. Download this material if you want to find practical ideas for putting values into action. For more information click here.

LIVING POSITIVE VALUES NEW discussion guide with DVD of shortened films to be used for teaching. INCLUDES DVD. IDEAL 8 WEEK COURSE FOR SMALL GROUPS For more information and an electronic download of this resource click here.

STORIES THAT TALK Home-grown, multi-cultural stories for 4 - 8 year olds. NOW AVAILABLE IN OTHER LANGUAGES. For more information click here.

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