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Faith groups can give believers—and non-believers—a way to give back

No matter what one believes, faith-based groups, which play a vital role in responding to rising societal issues, often provide volunteering opportunities for all, regardless of faith background, to contribute in a meaningful way.

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62%

of religious people donate to charity

150K

the number of Lutheran volunteers who run 195 service programs for seniors

10M

the number of people The Salvation Army houses every year

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Infographic: Religion Helps the Vulnerable

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Infographic: Religion Makes a Positive Difference

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Infographic: Religious People Make a Positive Difference

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Accounting students from Franciscan University of Steubenville offer free tax preparation

Herald Star

Agriculture Department, COGIC make plans for funds to add trees to urban centers

Religion News Service

Faith groups say more foster families are needed to care for the children coming to the US alone

New York faith leaders link arms to share joy and light, help children during holiday season

Church News

Is religion good for you? The answer is complicated, new global Gallup report finds.

Religion News Service

Bridging faith and social justice across generations

How an unlikely alliance between Catholic nuns and young social activists benefits both groups.

Stanford Social Innovation Review

Can the call to prayer drive charitable giving?

Ryan Burge

Bridging Understanding Across Diverse Faiths for a More Just Society

Luce Foundation

Faith leaders call for repentance and spiritual reformation to address climate change

Religion News Service

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Faith groups can give believers—and non-believers—a way to give back

When it comes to organized religion, there’s plenty of opportunities to give and give back. But what about people who don’t believe?

Is attending church in person or online better for your health?

For decades, studies have consistently linked regular attendance at religious services with healthier lifestyles, and better mental and physical health. Did the pandemic change that relationship, however?

Religious rituals like Fire Walking aren’t just spiritual. They are science.

Ryan Burge

Do religious people live longer?

Ryan Burge

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