“Faith is taking the first step even when you don’t see the whole staircase.”
Americans honor the role of faith and spirituality — in many different forms.
Even as religious affiliation has become more diverse, the deep respect for the role of faith and spiritual practice in life remains broadly shared. Americans across denominations share values of compassion, grace, and service.
Nearly two-thirds of Americans (64%) call religion "very important" in their personal lives, and 72% believe in an afterlife.
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