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Contemporary society does not need religion. The research done on young Poles proves that their religious attitude is very different from the one presented by their parents. It is related with values: family stopped being at the top of the list replaced by carrier. Generally speaking young generation is much more concerned about bringing home the bacon than experiencing spiritual 'encounters' with God. 
Admittedly history is responsible for this situation. In the times of communist  regime  people found their Polish identity in church community, nowadays after regaining  independence people still seek for identity but choose different sources such as: sport clubs, sects or politics. 
In fact it is cause by diminishing role of church in decisions making by people. The church stopped being authority for the majority of Polish population, the survey conveyed in 1999 showed only 10% of Poles considered themselves as truly faithful believers. This rate will decrease in next ten years. 
On the contrary to the survey is the fact of the Pontiffs death. Polish nation united in churches was plunged into mourning after death of one of the greatest Poles. Unfortunately the need for religion, for unity, for retaking control over Poles minds and hearts by priests and bishops were lost. 
 In conclusion to prevent the need for religion from diminishing, the ground breaking changes are necessary, especially in the style of teaching children and youth. It should be adjusted to contemporary times in order to make religious experiences attractive for them. Ultimately that would help to keep the religion stable, it needs putting in a lot of effort though.


