Putting Civic Participation in Context: Examining the Effects of Congregational Structure and Culture

Research indicates that participation in organized religion is related to higher levels of civic engagement. It is often theorized that social connections developed in congregations facilitate this increased involvement in civic life. Yet, despite interest in the link between religion and civic enga...

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Main Author: Polson, Edward C. (Author)
Format: Electronic Article
Language:English
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Published: Sage Publications [2016]
In: Review of religious research
Year: 2016, Volume: 58, Issue: 1, Pages: 75-100
Standardized Subjects / Keyword chains:B Church congregation / Structure of / Culture / Social engagement
IxTheo Classification:AD Sociology of religion; religious policy
CH Christianity and Society
RB Church office; congregation
Further subjects:B Social Capital
B Congregations
B Religion
B Civic Engagement
Online Access: Volltext (Verlag)
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