Psychology
Religious Congregations and Civic Engagement
Quick fact
Americans who attend religious services regularly are more likely to vote, volunteer, and engage in community problem-solving—by some studies, up to twice as likely to volunteer than non-attenders, regardless of their specific beliefs.
Why this is interesting
A religious congregation is more than a place of worship—it's often a springboard for community action. Ever wondered why so many community organizers have ties to a church or synagogue?