Large majorities of Orthodox Christians say they have icons, light candles in church and wear religious symbols

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Large majorities of Orthodox Christians say they have icons, light candles in church and wear religious symbols

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2. Religious commitment and practices
Most Armenians often think about the meaning and purpose of life, feel connected with the Earth
Orthodox Christians, Catholics about equally likely to consult horoscope, use traditional religious healers
More Catholic than Orthodox parents say they are raising their children religious
Fewer than half of adults regularly read scripture, share their faith
Communion more common than fasting during holy times such as Lent, tithing % who say they …
More women than men pray daily
Catholics and Orthodox Christians about equally likely to say they pray daily
Poles more likely than others in region to say they go to worship services weekly

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