Anna Faris recently opened up about her journey navigating discussions around religion with her 14-year-old son, Jack, whom she shares with ex-husband Chris Pratt. This candid admission highlights her efforts to engage in meaningful conversations about faith, particularly as Jack—who is already quite firm in his beliefs—continues to explore these complex issues.
Balancing Perspectives on Faith
Faris, 49, shared her reflections on the Dear Chelsea podcast, revealing that Jack is religious and has even asked her to accept Jesus Christ as her savior. “I told him I would do anything for him, including this, but it’s going to take a whole lot of long conversations,” she stated. The pair’s discussions seem to be fruitful, with Faris expressing confidence in Jack’s emotional resilience, describing him as “solid as a tugboat emotionally” and capable of engaging in deep dialogue.
Engaging in Thoughtful Dialogue
Faris and her son have sessions where they examine various aspects of faith critically. “I’m like, ‘Do you think it’s a luxury that you get to be pro-life? Do you think that’s kind of a luxury?’ And he’s like, ‘Maybe,’” she recounted. On other occasions, they discuss the complexities surrounding religious figures, with Faris mentioning that Jack makes informed opinions about “mega pastors,” calling them “the worst.” She appreciates Jack’s willingness to explore religion, emphasizing the importance of recognizing hypocrisy within religious practices.
Impact of Personal Experiences
Jack’s early life experiences have profoundly shaped the family’s approach to faith. Born nine weeks premature and suffering a severe cerebral hemorrhage, Jack’s medical challenges have greatly influenced Pratt’s faith journey. In a heartfelt essay for Maria Shriver’s Sunday Paper, Pratt reflected on pleading with God for a miracle during Jack’s time in the NICU, promising to devote his life to sharing God’s message if Jack survived.
Family Dynamics and Future Endeavors
While Pratt, 47, has remained open about his Christian beliefs—stating that public scrutiny is a long-standing aspect of being a believer—Faris continues to build her own life and career. Since their divorce in 2017, she has remarried cinematographer Michael Barrett and embraced the role of stepmom to his daughter, Margot. Currently, Faris is busy promoting her new comedy, Spa Weekend, which follows a group of friends whose relaxing getaway takes unexpected turns.
As she navigates these challenging discussions, Faris remains hopeful and appreciative of the dialogues she can have with her son, allowing them both to grow in understanding and faith.
