british pastor accused An incident where Christmas was ruined by telling a group of elementary school students that Santa Claus doesn't exist. During a religious education class, the Rev. Paul Chamberlain told the group of 10 people:– and 11-year-old students at St. Faith's Church: “You're already in sixth grade.''now let's be real, Santa isn't real.” telegraph paper.
The children said they were shocked to hear this comment. Some people cried when they heard their parents say this. buy and wrap their Christmas presents eat Cookies left by Santa British Times Reported.
“He also said what Santa likes. Someone said, 'He likes cookies.' Then he said, “Do your parents like cookies?” …He said it was the parents who were eating it,” said a 10-year-old student. quoted As you say.
According to reports Christian PosstFollowing the incident, parents also issued complaints.
“Many children started crying during class. My child was upset but still believes, so we are very lucky that she doesn't believe in him yet and she I think they've lost the plot,” the mother said. quoted as you say.
Another parent called the pastor's comments “absolutely disgusting” and expressed concern about how to “bring back the magic.” The parent continued: anywhere Near my daughter. I hope he never comes to school again. ”
school then An email has been sent to parents reassure them and let me know “All the stories and legends surrounding Christmas” are recognized and “your own family beliefs are just as important and valid.” [the] The Christian Christmas Story” guardian Reported.
A spokesperson for the Anglican Diocese of Portsmouth said: “Paul accepts that this was an error in judgment. he I shouldn't have done that. He frankly apologized to the school. to Parents, children and the principal immediately wrote a letter to all parents explaining this. ”
A spokeswoman said the school and diocese were working closely to resolve the issue and that parents had received a second message from the principal, including an apology from the pastor.
There were also complaints For Chamberlain, wasn't expected To attend the upcoming carol service.
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