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Yes, Mormons tithe, but most others don’t

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(RNS) Across the religious landscape, tithing is often preached but rarely realized.  Research into church donations shows a wide range of giving, with Mormons among the most generous relative to income, conservative Christians next, followed by mainline Protestants and Catholics last. By Bruce Nolan.

Topics: Ethics, Money & Giving
Beliefs: Mormon
Tags: churches, donations, momney, mormons, tithing

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