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It is reported that in America, most prestigious private schools have abandoned chapel services and the position of chaplain. But there is a growing interest in spirituality. The Council for Spiritual and Ethical Education is a 400-member school association that encourages spiritual development, the study of religion and community service. The organisation was originally called the Council for Religion in Independent Schools. Since changing its name in 1998, the Council has grown significantly. The director says that schools are discovering that the frameworks of politics and psychology do not address issues such as charity and forgiveness. However, some fear that generic spirituality may not have much impact on students' spiritual growth. (Religion Watch, June 2000).
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