Let me start by saying that I am an atheist. However I think some have
faith that religion is all bad. I do think that there are some positive aspects to organized religion although I have no faith in any God(s). I think that the world might be better without religion, but I certainly do not know that. Here is an example of better behaviour from church goers compared to atheists.
May 10
Mclean's magazine has a brief editorial about charity giving.
"Interestingly, this past January saw the launch of a new charity specifically designed to disprove the alleged parsimony of non-believers. The Foundation Beyond Belief aims to “encourage and demonstrate the generosity and compassion of atheists and humanists.” So far, its 447 members have raised $18,760. Or about as much as 18 churchgoers give in one year."
I thought this was interesting. Perhaps organized religions do encourage a different view of responsibility to the rest of the community.