text: Yes, religion exists. For example, in Russia before the fall of communism, although religion was banned from practice, people did meet to discuss god, faith and religion. If a priest was present, they would also perform a liturgy and receive communion.\n\nHere is a story: There was a town in communist Russia. The local government asked for all the people to meet at the local sports arena/field. The people were told they are communists, long live communism, this is what you now believe, etc., etc. So everyone is like "okay...whatever you say," but not much more. Then a government official asks if anyone has any questions. An old man around 80 stands up and comes down to the podium. All he says to the crowd is "Christ is risen!" EVERYONE in the crowd shouts back, "Yes, truly He is risen!"\n\nThe power of faith never dies no matter what others try to force on you.