Actress Anna Faris Discusses Son's Influence on Her Views of Christianity

Actress Anna Faris recently shared on the Dear Chelsea podcast that her 14-year-old son, Jack, has encouraged her to accept Jesus Christ as her Savior. Faris, who noted that she did not grow up with a religious background, expressed appreciation for her son’s faith while acknowledging that she has personal reservations regarding the religion. She cited concerns about hypocrisy within the faith as a primary factor in her hesitation to fully embrace Christianity.

Faris indicated that she is open to further dialogue with her son, stating she would be willing to explore the faith for his sake. She described their relationship as one where they engage in challenging conversations about religious topics, including the influence of prominent pastors and the complexities of social issues. Jack is the son of Faris and actor Chris Pratt, who has previously credited the health challenges surrounding Jack’s premature birth as a pivotal moment that deepened his own commitment to his Christian faith.