Sir – Following the recent correspondence begun by John White’s letter about the substantial increase (since the 2001 Census) of the proportion of UK citizens without a religion, your readers may be interested to consider just how far science has superseded religion in exploring the many things about our world which we do not yet understand.

At the same time, we must accommodate both religious and non-religious beliefs and insights in helping us all to live together in harmony.

We are all concerned with the good life and with the ways of achieving it. With this aim in view, students at both Oxford’s universities — helped by local Oxford residents — have been preparing a week-long series of free events, beginning on the evening of Monday, February 11.

Collectively, they comprise “Think Week 2013”, which focuses, this year, on “think about death”. Organised by AHS (Atheist, Secularist and Humanist) students, the various complementary events will examine our topic from both ethical and scientific perspectives and across the atheist and religious divides. Admission is free, though for two or three of our most popular speakers, it is advisable to book seats in advance via our website: www.thinkweek.co.uk

David Shorthouse (Chairman, Oxford University ASH Society)

Annie Webster, (Chairman, Oxford Brookes’ ASH Society)