In answer to K. Conder (The Weekend Sun, February 15), it makes me sad to think you believe Christian people pretend that there is a God.

You live in a country based on Christian values – of justice, fairness, honesty and treating others as you wish to be treated.

Why do so many people wish to come and live in New Zealand from countries where there is no freedom?

Why are so many people who volunteer, in so many organisations, Christian?

Why are so many churches supporting those in need in this country and others?

Yes, people have abused their power, but that is not God's will. Millions of Christians throughout the world have done wonderful things to make the world a better place. So yes, let's call a spade a spade.

P Hardyment, Tauranga South.