42% Scientists ages 18-34 who say they believe in God.

28% Scientists 65 and older who say this.



61.8 Number (in millions) of volunteers in America in 2008.

1 Increase (in millions) from 2007.

36% Volunteers who served with religious organizations, the highest of all volunteer groups.



59% African Americans who say they are born again.

46% All Americans who make this claim.





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September 2009, Vol. 53, No. 9, Pg 20
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