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The Orthodox Church Today: A National Study of Parishioners and the Realities of the Orthodox Parish Life in the USA

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All frequencies are raw numbers (no weights used).

1) Respondent Unique Key (RESP_KEY)

2) Completed Date (COMP_DT)

3) Respondent Type (RESPTYPE)

	TOTAL	%
1) OCA: Diocese of Midwest	90	9.6
2) Seminary Students	51	5.5
3) Independent respondents	65	7.0
4) General respondents (no number in upper-left corner)	729	78.0
TOTAL	935	100.0

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4) Denomination (DENOM)

	TOTAL	%
1) Greek Orthodox Archdiocese	439	47.0
2) Orthodox Church in America	489	52.4
4) TBA	1	0.1
9) No answer	5	0.5
Missing	1
TOTAL	934	100.0

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5) Approximately, how many persons TOTAL–adults and children together–do you have in church on a typical Sunday? (TOTPERS)

	N	Mean	Std.Deviation
TOTAL	934	868.725	2549

6) How well does each of the following statements describe your parish? Our parish is like a close-knit family. (PARCLOSE)

	TOTAL	%
1) True	476	50.9
2) Somewhat true	412	44.1
3) Not true	43	4.6
9) No response	4	0.4
TOTAL	935	100.0

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7) How well does each of the following statements describe your parish? Our parish is vibrant, active, and alive. (PARVIBRA)

	TOTAL	%
1) True	541	57.9
2) Somewhat true	349	37.3
3) Not true	39	4.2
9) No response	6	0.6
TOTAL	935	100.0

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8) How well does each of the following statements describe your parish? Our parish is open to social, ethnic, and cultural diversity. (PARSOCIA)

	TOTAL	%
1) True	616	65.9
2) Somewhat true	241	25.8
3) Not true	69	7.4
9) No response	9	1.0
TOTAL	935	100.0

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9) How well does each of the following statements describe your parish? The local community is well informed about our parish. (PARINFOR)

	TOTAL	%
1) True	265	28.3
2) Somewhat true	458	49.0
3) Not true	198	21.2
9) No response	14	1.5
TOTAL	935	100.0

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10) How well does each of the following statements describe your parish? We welcome changes and are always ready to try something new. (PARCHANG)

	TOTAL	%
1) True	169	18.1
2) Somewhat true	549	58.7
3) Not true	201	21.5
9) No response	16	1.7
TOTAL	935	100.0

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11) How well does each of the following statements describe your parish? Our parish had a strong ethnic heritage that we are trying to preserve. (PARETHNI)

	TOTAL	%
1) True	370	39.6
2) Somewhat true	312	33.4
3) Not true	244	26.1
9) No response	9	1.0
TOTAL	935	100.0

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12) How well does each of the following statements describe your parish? New people are easily incorporated into the life of our parish. (PARNEWPL)

	TOTAL	%
1) True	521	55.7
2) Somewhat true	349	37.3
3) Not true	58	6.2
9) No response	7	0.7
TOTAL	935	100.0

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13) How well does each of the following statements describe your parish? All parishioners are given opportunity to participate in decision making. (PARPARIS)

	TOTAL	%
1) True	519	55.5
2) Somewhat true	306	32.7
3) Not true	98	10.5
9) No response	12	1.3
TOTAL	935	100.0

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14) How well does each of the following statements describe your parish? We have well organized social activities and fellowship groups. (PARORGAN)

	TOTAL	%
1) True	466	49.8
2) Somewhat true	370	39.6
3) Not true	89	9.5
9) No response	10	1.1
TOTAL	935	100.0

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15) How well does each of the following statements describe your parish? We do not have problems finding people to volunteer in the parish. (PARVOLUN)

	TOTAL	%
1) True	252	27.0
2) Somewhat true	456	48.8
3) Not true	214	22.9
9) No response	13	1.4
TOTAL	935	100.0

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16) How well does each of the following statements describe your parish? We have good programs and activities for children and youth. (PARPROGR)

	TOTAL	%
1) True	495	52.9
2) Somewhat true	335	35.8
3) Not true	97	10.4
9) No response	8	0.9
TOTAL	935	100.0

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17) How well does each of the following statements describe your parish? Our parish expects people to think and to learn. (PARTHINK)

	TOTAL	%
1) True	515	55.1
2) Somewhat true	338	36.1
3) Not true	72	7.7
9) No response	10	1.1
TOTAL	935	100.0

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18) Out of the following, please choose THREE aspects of your parish life which you personally MOST value? (VALHOLY)

	TOTAL	%
0) Did not check box	85	9.1
1) 1 – Liturgy, sharing in Holy Communion/Eucharist	850	90.9
TOTAL	935	100.0

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19) Out of the following, please choose THREE aspects of your parish life which you personally MOST value? (VALSERM)

	TOTAL	%
0) Did not check box	627	67.1
1) 2 – Sermons and homilies	308	32.9
TOTAL	935	100.0

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20) Out of the following, please choose THREE aspects of your parish life which you personally MOST value? (VALSUNSC)

	TOTAL	%
0) Did not check box	710	75.9
1) 3 – Sunday school for children and teenagers	225	24.1
TOTAL	935	100.0

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21) Out of the following, please choose THREE aspects of your parish life which you personally MOST value? (VALPROG)

	TOTAL	%
0) Did not check box	796	85.1
1) 4 – Programs for children and youth other than Sunday school	139	14.9
TOTAL	935	100.0

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22) Out of the following, please choose THREE aspects of your parish life which you personally MOST value? (VALEDUC)

	TOTAL	%
0) Did not check box	723	77.3
1) 5 – Religions education programs for adults	212	22.7
TOTAL	935	100.0

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23) Out of the following, please choose THREE aspects of your parish life which you personally MOST value? (VALEVANG)

	TOTAL	%
0) Did not check box	876	93.7
1) 6 - Evangelism – reaching out to those who do not attend church	59	6.3
TOTAL	935	100.0

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24) Out of the following, please choose THREE aspects of your parish life which you personally MOST value? (VALSPRTG)

	TOTAL	%
0) Did not check box	461	49.3
1) 7 – Spiritual guidance and care provided by your priest	474	50.7
TOTAL	935	100.0

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25) Out of the following, please choose THREE aspects of your parish life which you personally MOST value? (VALFAMIL)

	TOTAL	%
0) Did not check box	899	96.1
1) 8 – Family-oriented programs such as family nights, premarital counseling, young family counseling	36	3.9
TOTAL	935	100.0

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26) Out of the following, please choose THREE aspects of your parish life which you personally MOST value? (VALSOCAC)

	TOTAL	%
0) Did not check box	768	82.1
1) 9 – Parish's social activities and fellowship groups	167	17.9
TOTAL	935	100.0

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27) Out of the following, please choose THREE aspects of your parish life which you personally MOST value? (VALPRACT)

	TOTAL	%
0) Did not check box	716	76.6
1) 10 – Practical care of parishioners for one another in times of need	219	23.4
TOTAL	935	100.0

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28) Out of the following, please choose THREE aspects of your parish life which you personally MOST value? (VALNOANS)

	TOTAL	%
0) Checked at least one box	918	98.2
1) No answer	17	1.8
TOTAL	935	100.0

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29) Compared to the present, what do you think will happen to your parish in the next five years? (PARFIVEY)

	TOTAL	%
1) It will grow	533	57.0
2) It will stay the same	258	27.6
3) It will decline	110	11.8
9) No answer	34	3.6
TOTAL	935	100.0

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30) What is most needed for your parish to strengthen and to grow? Clearer vision of parish future (STRVISIO)

	TOTAL	%
1) This is very urgent for us	240	25.7
2) This will be helpful	454	48.6
3) We are basically satisfied with this aspect	221	23.6
9) No answer	20	2.1
TOTAL	935	100.0

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31) What is most needed for your parish to strengthen and to grow? More agreement and unity among parishioners (STRAGREE)

	TOTAL	%
1) This is very urgent for us	160	17.1
2) This will be helpful	438	46.8
3) We are basically satisfied with this aspect	316	33.8
9) No answer	21	2.2
TOTAL	935	100.0

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32) What is most needed for your parish to strengthen and to grow? More effective lay leadership (STRLEAD)

	TOTAL	%
1) This is very urgent for us	148	15.8
2) This will be helpful	402	43.0
3) We are basically satisfied with this aspect	366	39.1
9) No answer	19	2.0
TOTAL	935	100.0

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33) What is most needed for your parish to strengthen and to grow? More effective pastoral leadership (STRPASTL)

	TOTAL	%
1) This is very urgent for us	81	8.7
2) This will be helpful	187	20.0
3) We are basically satisfied with this aspect	648	69.3
9) No answer	19	2.0
TOTAL	935	100.0

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34) What is most needed for your parish to strengthen and to grow? More volunteers and enthusiastic people (STRVOLUN)

	TOTAL	%
1) This is very urgent for us	276	29.5
2) This will be helpful	524	56.0
3) We are basically satisfied with this aspect	125	13.4
9) No answer	10	1.1
TOTAL	935	100.0

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35) What is most needed for your parish to strengthen and to grow? More money (STRMONEY)

	TOTAL	%
1) This is very urgent for us	308	32.9
2) This will be helpful	529	56.6
3) We are basically satisfied with this aspect	82	8.8
9) No answer	16	1.7
TOTAL	935	100.0

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36) What is most needed for your parish to strengthen and to grow? More active congregational participation in liturgy (STRLITPR)

	TOTAL	%
1) This is very urgent for us	122	13.0
2) This will be helpful	399	42.7
3) We are basically satisfied with this aspect	396	42.4
9) No answer	18	1.9
TOTAL	935	100.0

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37) What is most needed for your parish to strengthen and to grow? More youth involvement (STRYOUTH)

	TOTAL	%
1) This is very urgent for us	236	25.2
2) This will be helpful	485	51.9
3) We are basically satisfied with this aspect	201	21.5
9) No answer	13	1.4
TOTAL	935	100.0

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38) What is most needed for your parish to strengthen and to grow? Better organized social activities and fellowship groups (STRORGAN)

	TOTAL	%
1) This is very urgent for us	98	10.5
2) This will be helpful	443	47.4
3) We are basically satisfied with this aspect	378	40.4
9) No answer	16	1.7
TOTAL	935	100.0

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39) What is most needed for your parish to strengthen and to grow? Better organized religious education programs (STRORGED)

	TOTAL	%
1) This is very urgent for us	113	12.1
2) This will be helpful	394	42.1
3) We are basically satisfied with this aspect	413	44.2
9) No answer	15	1.6
TOTAL	935	100.0

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40) What is most needed for your parish to strengthen and to grow? More innovative approach to liturgical life (STRLITIN)

	TOTAL	%
1) This is very urgent for us	69	7.4
2) This will be helpful	310	33.2
3) We are basically satisfied with this aspect	537	57.4
9) No answer	19	2.0
TOTAL	935	100.0

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41) Page 1, RESPTYPE to STRLITIN, optional comments (OPTCOMM)

42) In general, how would you describe your parish's approaches to church life in comparison with "typical" Greek Orthodox parishes? (CHRCHLIF)

	TOTAL	%
1) We are more "modern" and allow for more differences of opinion in application of Orthodox principles to everyday parish life.	196	21.0
2) We are similar to "typical" Orthodox parishes.	505	54.0
3) We are more "traditional" and tend to be stricter in application of Orthodox principles to everyday parish life.	181	19.4
9) No answer	53	5.7
TOTAL	935	100.0

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43) How would you describe the strength of the financial commitment demonstrated by your fellow parishioners? (FINANCOM)

	TOTAL	%
1) Most of our parishioners willingly contribute generously to the parish.	254	27.2
2) Many of our parishioners have limited finances, but nevertheless they contribute what they can to the parish.	261	27.9
3) Some of our parishioners demonstrate a strong financial commitment to the parish, while others don't care at all.	229	24.5
4) There is a small core group of parishioners who donate most of the parish contributions while most give very little.	137	14.7
5) Unfortunately, very few of our parishioners consider parish needs among their personal priorities.	13	1.4
9) No answer	41	4.4
TOTAL	935	100.0

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44) What broad patterns in American society do you think will have the MOST INFLUENCE on the Orthodox Churches in the US in the foreseeable future? Please choose UP TO THREE ANSWERS. (INFLCONS)

	TOTAL	%
0) Did not check box	522	55.8
1) Rise in consumerism	413	44.2
TOTAL	935	100.0

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45) What broad patterns in American society do you think will have the MOST INFLUENCE on the Orthodox Churches in the US in the foreseeable future? Please choose UP TO THREE ANSWERS. (INFLECON)

	TOTAL	%
0) Did not check box	717	76.7
1) New and changing economic trends	218	23.3
TOTAL	935	100.0

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46) What broad patterns in American society do you think will have the MOST INFLUENCE on the Orthodox Churches in the US in the foreseeable future? Please choose UP TO THREE ANSWERS. (INFLNONT)

	TOTAL	%
0) Did not check box	470	50.3
1) More people living in "non-traditional" families	465	49.7
TOTAL	935	100.0

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47) What broad patterns in American society do you think will have the MOST INFLUENCE on the Orthodox Churches in the US in the foreseeable future? Please choose UP TO THREE ANSWERS. (INFLRACI)

	TOTAL	%
0) Did not check box	639	68.3
1) Increasing racial and ethnic diversity	296	31.7
TOTAL	935	100.0

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48) What broad patterns in American society do you think will have the MOST INFLUENCE on the Orthodox Churches in the US in the foreseeable future? Please choose UP TO THREE ANSWERS. (INFLGROW)

	TOTAL	%
0) Did not check box	762	81.5
1) Further growth of the Internet	173	18.5
TOTAL	935	100.0

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49) What broad patterns in American society do you think will have the MOST INFLUENCE on the Orthodox Churches in the US in the foreseeable future? Please choose UP TO THREE ANSWERS. (INFLEDUC)

	TOTAL	%
0) Did not check box	677	72.4
1) More educated population	258	27.6
TOTAL	935	100.0

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50) What broad patterns in American society do you think will have the MOST INFLUENCE on the Orthodox Churches in the US in the foreseeable future? Please choose UP TO THREE ANSWERS. (INFLCIVC)

	TOTAL	%
0) Did not check box	780	83.4
1) Decline in civic involvement	155	16.6
TOTAL	935	100.0

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51) What broad patterns in American society do you think will have the MOST INFLUENCE on the Orthodox Churches in the US in the foreseeable future? Please choose UP TO THREE ANSWERS. (INFLWAR)

	TOTAL	%
0) Did not check box	844	90.3
1) War and terrorism	91	9.7
TOTAL	935	100.0

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52) What broad patterns in American society do you think will have the MOST INFLUENCE on the Orthodox Churches in the US in the foreseeable future? Please choose UP TO THREE ANSWERS. (INFLPART)

	TOTAL	%
0) Did not check box	639	68.3
1) New forms of religious participation: Internet churches, New Age religions, mega-churches	296	31.7
TOTAL	935	100.0

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53) What broad patterns in American society do you think will have the MOST INFLUENCE on the Orthodox Churches in the US in the foreseeable future? Please choose UP TO THREE ANSWERS. (INFLNOAN)

	TOTAL	%
0) Checked at least one box	892	95.4
1) No answer	43	4.6
TOTAL	935	100.0

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54) Of the following, which ONE best describes your opinion of the present and future directions for the Orthodox Church in the US? (DIRECTN)

	TOTAL	%
1) We need to get back to the way we did things in the past.	57	6.1
2) We are faithfully maintaining our historic traditions and we should continue to do so.	392	41.9
3) The Orthodox Church in the US is currently in the process of numerous changes and I feel optimistic about this.	253	27.1
4) I feel that we are too strongly "tied" to our past. We need rethink where we are now and decide about new directions.	183	19.6
9) No answer	50	5.3
TOTAL	935	100.0

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55) Numerous issues relating to the Church life are being discussed today and may also have impact on your parish. In your opinion, how important would an open discussion be in the Church in the following areas? Issue of youth and young adults leaving the Church (ISSLEAVE)

	TOTAL	%
1) Very important to be discussed	739	79.0
2) Somewhat important to be discussed	165	17.6
3) Not important or don't want it to be discussed	17	1.8
9) No answer	14	1.5
TOTAL	935	100.0

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56) Numerous issues relating to the Church life are being discussed today and may also have impact on your parish. In your opinion, how important would an open discussion be in the Church in the following areas? Relationship between mainstream American culture and traditions and requirements of the Orthodox Church (ISSCULTU)

	TOTAL	%
1) Very important to be discussed	531	56.8
2) Somewhat important to be discussed	330	35.3
3) Not important or don't want it to be discussed	53	5.7
9) No answer	21	2.2
TOTAL	935	100.0

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57) Numerous issues relating to the Church life are being discussed today and may also have impact on your parish. In your opinion, how important would an open discussion be in the Church in the following areas? Family problems of Orthodox priests (ISSPROBS)

	TOTAL	%
1) Very important to be discussed	170	18.2
2) Somewhat important to be discussed	431	46.1
3) Not important or don't want it to be discussed	309	33.0
9) No answer	25	2.7
TOTAL	935	100.0

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58) Numerous issues relating to the Church life are being discussed today and may also have impact on your parish. In your opinion, how important would an open discussion be in the Church in the following areas? The process of selecting bishops (ISSBISHP)

	TOTAL	%
1) Very important to be discussed	262	28.0
2) Somewhat important to be discussed	397	42.5
3) Not important or don't want it to be discussed	236	25.2
9) No answer	40	4.3
TOTAL	935	100.0

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59) Numerous issues relating to the Church life are being discussed today and may also have impact on your parish. In your opinion, how important would an open discussion be in the Church in the following areas? The issue of "ethnic" versus "American" parishes (ISSETHAM)

	TOTAL	%
1) Very important to be discussed	386	41.3
2) Somewhat important to be discussed	419	44.8
3) Not important or don't want it to be discussed	105	11.2
9) No answer	25	2.7
TOTAL	935	100.0

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60) Numerous issues relating to the Church life are being discussed today and may also have impact on your parish. In your opinion, how important would an open discussion be in the Church in the following areas? Sharing ministry with laity (ISSSHARE)

	TOTAL	%
1) Very important to be discussed	236	25.2
2) Somewhat important to be discussed	465	49.7
3) Not important or don't want it to be discussed	190	20.3
9) No answer	44	4.7
TOTAL	935	100.0

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61) Numerous issues relating to the Church life are being discussed today and may also have impact on your parish. In your opinion, how important would an open discussion be in the Church in the following areas? The relationship between American Orthodox Churches and the Mother Churches in the Old World (ISSRELAT)

	TOTAL	%
1) Very important to be discussed	323	34.5
2) Somewhat important to be discussed	430	46.0
3) Not important or don't want it to be discussed	162	17.3
9) No answer	20	2.1
TOTAL	935	100.0

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62) Numerous issues relating to the Church life are being discussed today and may also have impact on your parish. In your opinion, how important would an open discussion be in the Church in the following areas? Recruiting priests from converts to Orthodoxy (ISSRECRT)

	TOTAL	%
1) Very important to be discussed	258	27.6
2) Somewhat important to be discussed	464	49.6
3) Not important or don't want it to be discussed	186	19.9
9) No answer	27	2.9
TOTAL	935	100.0

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63) Numerous issues relating to the Church life are being discussed today and may also have impact on your parish. In your opinion, how important would an open discussion be in the Church in the following areas? Representation of the local parish at decision making on the diocesan or national level (ISSREPRS)

	TOTAL	%
1) Very important to be discussed	406	43.4
2) Somewhat important to be discussed	418	44.7
3) Not important or don't want it to be discussed	86	9.2
9) No answer	25	2.7
TOTAL	935	100.0

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64) Numerous issues relating to the Church life are being discussed today and may also have impact on your parish. In your opinion, how important would an open discussion be in the Church in the following areas? The lack of clear professional standards for priests (ISSPROFS)

	TOTAL	%
1) Very important to be discussed	227	24.3
2) Somewhat important to be discussed	406	43.4
3) Not important or don't want it to be discussed	266	28.4
9) No answer	36	3.9
TOTAL	935	100.0

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65) Numerous issues relating to the Church life are being discussed today and may also have impact on your parish. In your opinion, how important would an open discussion be in the Church in the following areas? Ordination of women (ISSORDIN)

	TOTAL	%
1) Very important to be discussed	92	9.8
2) Somewhat important to be discussed	193	20.6
3) Not important or don't want it to be discussed	627	67.1
9) No answer	23	2.5
TOTAL	935	100.0

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66) Numerous issues relating to the Church life are being discussed today and may also have impact on your parish. In your opinion, how important would an open discussion be in the Church in the following areas? Issue of mixed (Orthodox/non-Orthodox) marriages (ISSMIXED)

	TOTAL	%
1) Very important to be discussed	345	36.9
2) Somewhat important to be discussed	443	47.4
3) Not important or don't want it to be discussed	130	13.9
9) No answer	17	1.8
TOTAL	935	100.0

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67) Numerous issues relating to the Church life are being discussed today and may also have impact on your parish. In your opinion, how important would an open discussion be in the Church in the following areas? Issue of interfaith (Orthodox/non-Christian) marriages (ISSINTER)

	TOTAL	%
1) Very important to be discussed	379	40.5
2) Somewhat important to be discussed	394	42.1
3) Not important or don't want it to be discussed	145	15.5
9) No answer	17	1.8
TOTAL	935	100.0

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68) Page 2, CHRCHLIF to ISSINTER, optional comments (OPTCOMM2)

69) Below is the list of issues that some people consider problems in the Church. In your view, how much of a problem is each of the following? That lay people have little say in decision making in the Church (PROBDECS)

	TOTAL	%
1) Serious problem	112	12.0
2) Somewhat of a problem	428	45.8
3) Not a problem	364	38.9
9) No answer	31	3.3
TOTAL	935	100.0

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70) Below is the list of issues that some people consider problems in the Church. In your view, how much of a problem is each of the following? That clergy and laity are growing apart in their perceptions about Church life (PROGROW)

	TOTAL	%
1) Serious problem	153	16.4
2) Somewhat of a problem	407	43.5
3) Not a problem	345	36.9
9) No answer	30	3.2
TOTAL	935	100.0

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71) Below is the list of issues that some people consider problems in the Church. In your view, how much of a problem is each of the following? That parishioners no longer live up to the obligations involved in practicing the Orthodox faith (PROBOBLG)

	TOTAL	%
1) Serious problem	329	35.2
2) Somewhat of a problem	457	48.9
3) Not a problem	125	13.4
9) No answer	24	2.6
TOTAL	935	100.0

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72) Below is the list of issues that some people consider problems in the Church. In your view, how much of a problem is each of the following? That there is poor religious education in the local parishes (PROBPOOR)

	TOTAL	%
1) Serious problem	239	25.6
2) Somewhat of a problem	394	42.1
3) Not a problem	272	29.1
9) No answer	30	3.2
TOTAL	935	100.0

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73) Below is the list of issues that some people consider problems in the Church. In your view, how much of a problem is each of the following? That lay people are not consulted enough in forming the Church's social and moral teaching (PROBSOCL)

	TOTAL	%
1) Serious problem	74	7.9
2) Somewhat of a problem	345	36.9
3) Not a problem	486	52.0
9) No answer	30	3.2
TOTAL	935	100.0

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74) Below is the list of issues that some people consider problems in the Church. In your view, how much of a problem is each of the following? That parents don't teach their children the faith the way they should (PROBTCH)

	TOTAL	%
1) Serious problem	440	47.1
2) Somewhat of a problem	374	40.0
3) Not a problem	97	10.4
9) No answer	24	2.6
TOTAL	935	100.0

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75) Below is the list of issues that some people consider problems in the Church. In your view, how much of a problem is each of the following? That women are not involved enough in Church decision making (PROBWOMN)

	TOTAL	%
1) Serious problem	79	8.4
2) Somewhat of a problem	294	31.4
3) Not a problem	539	57.6
9) No answer	23	2.5
TOTAL	935	100.0

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76) Below is the list of issues that some people consider problems in the Church. In your view, how much of a problem is each of the following? That youths and young adults are not as involved in the Church as much as they should be (PROBINVL)

	TOTAL	%
1) Serious problem	408	43.6
2) Somewhat of a problem	387	41.4
3) Not a problem	114	12.2
9) No answer	26	2.8
TOTAL	935	100.0

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77) Below is the list of issues that some people consider problems in the Church. In your view, how much of a problem is each of the following? That everyday Church life in many parishes is out of touch with reality and daily needs of parishioners (PROBOUTT)

	TOTAL	%
1) Serious problem	143	15.3
2) Somewhat of a problem	433	46.3
3) Not a problem	327	35.0
9) No answer	32	3.4
TOTAL	935	100.0

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78) Below is the list of issues that some people consider problems in the Church. In your view, how much of a problem is each of the following? That the liturgy is hard to understand (PROBLITU)

	TOTAL	%
1) Serious problem	88	9.4
2) Somewhat of a problem	216	23.1
3) Not a problem	601	64.3
9) No answer	30	3.2
TOTAL	935	100.0

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79) Below is the list of issues that some people consider problems in the Church. In your view, how much of a problem is each of the following? That preaching doesn't address the needs and issues of modern life (PROBMODR)

	TOTAL	%
1) Serious problem	103	11.0
2) Somewhat of a problem	271	29.0
3) Not a problem	538	57.5
9) No answer	23	2.5
TOTAL	935	100.0

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80) The subject of "Orthodox unity" in America has been discussed for a long time. What do you think about the current situation and possible future developments? (PROBUNTS)

	TOTAL	%
0) Other, provided open ended answer in PROBUNTL	70	7.5
1) I think that the question of Orthodox unity is unnecessarily overemphasized in our Church life and that there are many other issues which are more urgent and important for the future of Orthodoxy in America.	91	9.7
2) I think that we are on the right path. Orthodox unity in US will be eventually achieved through the increasing co-operation among the various American Orthodox jurisdictions in the framework of SCOBA and through the other inter-Orthodox agencies and organizations – the way it goes now.	375	40.1
3) I think that very little has been done so far to achieve this goal. We need more consistent efforts and should act much more intentionally.	354	37.9
9) No answer	45	4.8
TOTAL	935	100.0

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81) The subject of "Orthodox unity" in America has been discussed for a long time. What do you think about the current situation and possible future developments? (Open ended answer) (PROBUNTL)

82) Please, choose ONE of the following two statements: (STATMENT)

	TOTAL	%
1) In a rapidly changing world, it is essential that priests follow the inherited traditions and practices of the Church.	560	59.9
2) In a rapidly changing world, it is essential that priests should be open to changes and adaptations of established Church traditions to contemporary realities.	331	35.4
9) No answer	44	4.7
TOTAL	935	100.0

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83) What do you think are three main roles that your priest actually plays in your parish? Please make three choices. (ROLWORSH)

	TOTAL	%
0) Did not check box	64	6.8
1) Leading worship and administering the sacraments	871	93.2
TOTAL	935	100.0

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84) What do you think are three main roles that your priest actually plays in your parish? Please make three choices. (ROLTEACH)

	TOTAL	%
0) Did not check box	429	45.9
1) Teaching parishioners about Orthodox doctrine and traditions	506	54.1
TOTAL	935	100.0

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85) What do you think are three main roles that your priest actually plays in your parish? Please make three choices. (ROLTRAIN)

	TOTAL	%
0) Did not check box	902	96.5
1) Training parishioners for various Church ministries	33	3.5
TOTAL	935	100.0

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86) What do you think are three main roles that your priest actually plays in your parish? Please make three choices. (ROLREACH)

	TOTAL	%
0) Did not check box	835	89.3
1) Reaching out to non-Orthodox people	100	10.7
TOTAL	935	100.0

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87) What do you think are three main roles that your priest actually plays in your parish? Please make three choices. (ROLADMIN)

	TOTAL	%
0) Did not check box	779	83.3
1) Administering the work of the parish	156	16.7
TOTAL	935	100.0

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88) What do you think are three main roles that your priest actually plays in your parish? Please make three choices. (ROLVISIT)

	TOTAL	%
0) Did not check box	527	56.4
1) Visiting, counseling, helping parishioners	408	43.6
TOTAL	935	100.0

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89) What do you think are three main roles that your priest actually plays in your parish? Please make three choices. (ROLPROVD)

	TOTAL	%
0) Did not check box	761	81.4
1) Providing a vision and goals for the parish's future	174	18.6
TOTAL	935	100.0

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90) What do you think are three main roles that your priest actually plays in your parish? Please make three choices. (ROLOFFER)

	TOTAL	%
0) Did not check box	491	52.5
1) Offering his guidance and being a spiritual model for parishioners	444	47.5
TOTAL	935	100.0

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91) What do you think are three main roles that your priest actually plays in your parish? Please make three choices. (ROLNOANS)

	TOTAL	%
0) Selected at least one box	913	97.6
1) Did not check any box	22	2.4
TOTAL	935	100.0

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92) Which of the following is the best description of the style of leadership of your priest? (STYLLEAD)

	TOTAL	%
1) Our priest makes most of decisions; parishioners generally follow him.	128	13.7
2) Our priest inspires parishioners to act by themselves, but acts alone if he believes that it is needed.	470	50.3
3) Our priest acts mainly on goals that parishioners have settled, although he tries to influence their decisions.	207	22.1
4) Parishioners come up with most of initiatives and make most of the decisions about parish's directions and programs.	79	8.4
9) No answer	51	5.5
TOTAL	935	100.0

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93) To what extent does your parish priest take into account the ideas of parishioners? (IDEAPARS)

	TOTAL	%
1) To a great extent	527	56.4
2) To some extent	328	35.1
3) To a small extent	38	4.1
4) Not at all	7	0.7
9) No answer	35	3.7
TOTAL	935	100.0

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94) Page 3, PROBDECS to STYLLEAD, Optional Comments (OPTCOMM3)

95) There are various areas of pastoral work and practical skills required from clergy. In your opinion, how experienced and confident is your parish priest with regard to each of the items listed below? Ability to preach well (WRKPRCH)

	TOTAL	%
1) Our priest is confident and experienced in this area.	737	78.8
2) Our priest can increase his skills in this area, but his is not a major concern for us.	143	15.3
3) It think that for our priest this is one of the major challenges in his work.	40	4.3
9) No answer	15	1.6
TOTAL	935	100.0

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96) There are various areas of pastoral work and practical skills required from clergy. In your opinion, how experienced and confident is your parish priest with regard to each of the items listed below? Ability to refer to and to interpret Scripture easily (WRKSCRPT)

	TOTAL	%
1) Our priest is confident and experienced in this area.	797	85.2
2) Our priest can increase his skills in this area, but his is not a major concern for us.	102	10.9
3) It think that for our priest this is one of the major challenges in his work.	13	1.4
9) No answer	23	2.5
TOTAL	935	100.0

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97) There are various areas of pastoral work and practical skills required from clergy. In your opinion, how experienced and confident is your parish priest with regard to each of the items listed below? Ability to relate social issues to Orthodox doctrine (WRKSOCIA)

	TOTAL	%
1) Our priest is confident and experienced in this area.	734	78.5
2) Our priest can increase his skills in this area, but his is not a major concern for us.	149	15.9
3) It think that for our priest this is one of the major challenges in his work.	28	3.0
9) No answer	24	2.6
TOTAL	935	100.0

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98) There are various areas of pastoral work and practical skills required from clergy. In your opinion, how experienced and confident is your parish priest with regard to each of the items listed below? Ability to give spiritual direction for parishioners (WRKSPIRT)

	TOTAL	%
1) Our priest is confident and experienced in this area.	744	79.6
2) Our priest can increase his skills in this area, but his is not a major concern for us.	138	14.8
3) It think that for our priest this is one of the major challenges in his work.	33	3.5
9) No answer	20	2.1
TOTAL	935	100.0

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99) There are various areas of pastoral work and practical skills required from clergy. In your opinion, how experienced and confident is your parish priest with regard to each of the items listed below? Ability to communicate in languages other than English (WRKCOMM)

	TOTAL	%
1) Our priest is confident and experienced in this area.	502	53.7
2) Our priest can increase his skills in this area, but his is not a major concern for us.	341	36.5
3) It think that for our priest this is one of the major challenges in his work.	50	5.3
9) No answer	42	4.5
TOTAL	935	100.0

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100) There are various areas of pastoral work and practical skills required from clergy. In your opinion, how experienced and confident is your parish priest with regard to each of the items listed below? Ability to celebrate liturgy in languages other than English (WRKCELEB)

	TOTAL	%
1) Our priest is confident and experienced in this area.	556	59.5
2) Our priest can increase his skills in this area, but his is not a major concern for us.	283	30.3
3) It think that for our priest this is one of the major challenges in his work.	43	4.6
9) No answer	53	5.7
TOTAL	935	100.0

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101) There are various areas of pastoral work and practical skills required from clergy. In your opinion, how experienced and confident is your parish priest with regard to each of the items listed below? Ability to provide religious education for parishioners (WRKPROED)

	TOTAL	%
1) Our priest is confident and experienced in this area.	753	80.5
2) Our priest can increase his skills in this area, but his is not a major concern for us.	131	14.0
3) It think that for our priest this is one of the major challenges in his work.	31	3.3
9) No answer	20	2.1
TOTAL	935	100.0

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102) There are various areas of pastoral work and practical skills required from clergy. In your opinion, how experienced and confident is your parish priest with regard to each of the items listed below? Ability to deal with a conflict in a parish (WRKCONFL)

	TOTAL	%
1) Our priest is confident and experienced in this area.	572	61.2
2) Our priest can increase his skills in this area, but his is not a major concern for us.	231	24.7
3) It think that for our priest this is one of the major challenges in his work.	100	10.7
9) No answer	32	3.4
TOTAL	935	100.0

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103) There are various areas of pastoral work and practical skills required from clergy. In your opinion, how experienced and confident is your parish priest with regard to each of the items listed below? Ability to counsel and help parishioners with everyday life issues (WRKCOUNS)

	TOTAL	%
1) Our priest is confident and experienced in this area.	708	75.7
2) Our priest can increase his skills in this area, but his is not a major concern for us.	152	16.3
3) It think that for our priest this is one of the major challenges in his work.	46	4.9
9) No answer	29	3.1
TOTAL	935	100.0

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104) There are various areas of pastoral work and practical skills required from clergy. In your opinion, how experienced and confident is your parish priest with regard to each of the items listed below? Ability to be a good parish administrator (WRKADMIN)

	TOTAL	%
1) Our priest is confident and experienced in this area.	622	66.5
2) Our priest can increase his skills in this area, but his is not a major concern for us.	221	23.6
3) It think that for our priest this is one of the major challenges in his work.	58	6.2
9) No answer	34	3.6
TOTAL	935	100.0

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105) There are various areas of pastoral work and practical skills required from clergy. In your opinion, how experienced and confident is your parish priest with regard to each of the items listed below? Fundraising and financial skills (WRKFUND)

	TOTAL	%
1) Our priest is confident and experienced in this area.	425	45.5
2) Our priest can increase his skills in this area, but his is not a major concern for us.	350	37.4
3) It think that for our priest this is one of the major challenges in his work.	107	11.4
9) No answer	53	5.7
TOTAL	935	100.0

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106) There are various areas of pastoral work and practical skills required from clergy. In your opinion, how experienced and confident is your parish priest with regard to each of the items listed below? Promoting a clear vision and goals for parish's future (WRKCLRV)

	TOTAL	%
1) Our priest is confident and experienced in this area.	559	59.8
2) Our priest can increase his skills in this area, but his is not a major concern for us.	265	28.3
3) It think that for our priest this is one of the major challenges in his work.	75	8.0
9) No answer	36	3.9
TOTAL	935	100.0

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107) There are various areas of pastoral work and practical skills required from clergy. In your opinion, how experienced and confident is your parish priest with regard to each of the items listed below? Working with youth (WRKYOUTH)

	TOTAL	%
1) Our priest is confident and experienced in this area.	648	69.3
2) Our priest can increase his skills in this area, but his is not a major concern for us.	192	20.5
3) It think that for our priest this is one of the major challenges in his work.	71	7.6
9) No answer	24	2.6
TOTAL	935	100.0

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108) There are various areas of pastoral work and practical skills required from clergy. In your opinion, how experienced and confident is your parish priest with regard to each of the items listed below? Family counseling (WRKFAMCN)

	TOTAL	%
1) Our priest is confident and experienced in this area.	620	66.3
2) Our priest can increase his skills in this area, but his is not a major concern for us.	209	22.4
3) It think that for our priest this is one of the major challenges in his work.	50	5.3
9) No answer	56	6.0
TOTAL	935	100.0

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109) There are various areas of pastoral work and practical skills required from clergy. In your opinion, how experienced and confident is your parish priest with regard to each of the items listed below? Social outreach into local community (WRKOUTR)

	TOTAL	%
1) Our priest is confident and experienced in this area.	469	50.2
2) Our priest can increase his skills in this area, but his is not a major concern for us.	298	31.9
3) It think that for our priest this is one of the major challenges in his work.	130	13.9
9) No answer	38	4.1
TOTAL	935	100.0

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110) There are various areas of pastoral work and practical skills required from clergy. In your opinion, how experienced and confident is your parish priest with regard to each of the items listed below? Evangelism and working with converts (WRKEVANG)

	TOTAL	%
1) Our priest is confident and experienced in this area.	651	69.6
2) Our priest can increase his skills in this area, but his is not a major concern for us.	181	19.4
3) It think that for our priest this is one of the major challenges in his work.	63	6.7
9) No answer	40	4.3
TOTAL	935	100.0

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111) There are various areas of pastoral work and practical skills required from clergy. In your opinion, how experienced and confident is your parish priest with regard to each of the items listed below? Knowledge of other religious traditions (WRKKNOWL)

	TOTAL	%
1) Our priest is confident and experienced in this area.	669	71.6
2) Our priest can increase his skills in this area, but his is not a major concern for us.	193	20.6
3) It think that for our priest this is one of the major challenges in his work.	25	2.7
9) No answer	48	5.1
TOTAL	935	100.0

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112) If you had a son and he considered becoming a priest, would you encourage or rather discourage him? (SNPRIEST)

	TOTAL	%
1) Definitely encourage	450	48.1
2) Rather encourage	253	27.1
3) Unsure	173	18.5
4) Rather discourage	22	2.4
5) Definitely discourage	15	1.6
9) No answer	22	2.4
TOTAL	935	100.0

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113) What is your approach to teaching the meaning of the Christian faith? (APPFAITH)

	TOTAL	%
1) There is one best and true interpretation and the Orthodox Church comes closest to teaching it.	719	76.9
2) There is one best interpretation, but no Christian Church can legitimately claim to be closer to it than another.	83	8.9
3) There are probably many interpretations which are equally valid. Therefore, different churches may be equally correct teaching Christian faith.	108	11.6
9) No answer	25	2.7
TOTAL	935	100.0

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114) Which type of parish do you prefer? (PARSHPRF)

	TOTAL	%
1) A parish that requires uniformity of belief and practice, where people hold more or less the same views.	602	64.4
2) A parish where people hold different views but keep them to themselves.	55	5.9
3) A "big-tent" parish that tolerates diversity of beliefs and practices, where people hold different views and openly discuss their disagreements and varied approaches.	227	24.3
9) No answer	51	5.5
TOTAL	935	100.0

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115) Page 4, WRKPCH to PARSHPRF, optional comments (OPTCOMM4)

116) How important to you are the following sources of authority? Sacred Scripture (IMPSCRPT)

	TOTAL	%
1) Fundamental	848	90.7
2) Somewhat important	66	7.1
3) Of little importance	4	0.4
9) No answer	17	1.8
TOTAL	935	100.0

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117) How important to you are the following sources of authority? Guidance of your parish priest (IMPGUID)

	TOTAL	%
1) Fundamental	685	73.3
2) Somewhat important	231	24.7
3) Of little importance	6	0.6
9) No answer	13	1.4
TOTAL	935	100.0

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118) How important to you are the following sources of authority? Guidance of your ruling Metropolitan-Bishop (IMPMETRO)

	TOTAL	%
1) Fundamental	452	48.3
2) Somewhat important	368	39.4
3) Of little importance	99	10.6
9) No answer	16	1.7
TOTAL	935	100.0

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119) How important to you are the following sources of authority? Doctrine and traditions of the Orthodox Church (IMPDOCTR)

	TOTAL	%
1) Fundamental	808	86.4
2) Somewhat important	108	11.6
3) Of little importance	4	0.4
9) No answer	15	1.6
TOTAL	935	100.0

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120) How important to you are the following sources of authority? Personal experience (IMPEXPER)

	TOTAL	%
1) Fundamental	400	42.8
2) Somewhat important	430	46.0
3) Of little importance	79	8.4
9) No answer	26	2.8
TOTAL	935	100.0

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121) How important to you are the following sources of authority? Human reason and understanding (IMPHUMAN)

	TOTAL	%
1) Fundamental	411	44.0
2) Somewhat important	408	43.6
3) Of little importance	90	9.6
9) No answer	26	2.8
TOTAL	935	100.0

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122) Below are statements describing the things you might have learned while growing up. Please, indicate which ONE statement you learned the MOST about while growing up. While growing up, did you learn most... (GROWUP1)

	TOTAL	%
1) About the importance of the Orthodox Church	165	17.6
2) About the importance of your personal relationship with God?	361	38.6
3) About both equally	340	36.4
9) No answer	69	7.4
TOTAL	935	100.0

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123) Below are statements describing the things you might have learned while growing up. Please, indicate which ONE statement you learned the MOST about while growing up. While growing up, did you learn most... (GROWUP2)

	TOTAL	%
1) That the Orthodox Church is the only true Church	299	32.0
2) That being a good Christian is more important than the denomination or Church one belongs to	368	39.4
3) Both equally	194	20.7
9) No answer	74	7.9
TOTAL	935	100.0

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124) The following statements deal with what many think it takes to be a good Orthodox Christian. Please, indicate if you think a person can be a good Orthodox Christian WITHOUT performing these actions. Without going to church every Sunday. (GOODSUN)

	TOTAL	%
1) No, he/she cannot be considered a good Orthodox Christian	362	38.7
2) Yes, he/she still can be a good Orthodox Christian	554	59.3
9) No answer	19	2.0
TOTAL	935	100.0

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125) The following statements deal with what many think it takes to be a good Orthodox Christian. Please, indicate if you think a person can be a good Orthodox Christian WITHOUT performing these actions. Without observing Lent and fasting on certain days. (GOODLNT)

	TOTAL	%
1) No, he/she cannot be considered a good Orthodox Christian	451	48.2
2) Yes, he/she still can be a good Orthodox Christian	456	48.8
9) No answer	28	3.0
TOTAL	935	100.0

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126) The following statements deal with what many think it takes to be a good Orthodox Christian. Please, indicate if you think a person can be a good Orthodox Christian WITHOUT performing these actions. Without believing that in the Eucharist, the bread and wine become the body and blood of Jesus. (GOODEUC)

	TOTAL	%
1) No, he/she cannot be considered a good Orthodox Christian	890	95.2
2) Yes, he/she still can be a good Orthodox Christian	32	3.4
9) No answer	13	1.4
TOTAL	935	100.0

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127) The following statements deal with what many think it takes to be a good Orthodox Christian. Please, indicate if you think a person can be a good Orthodox Christian WITHOUT performing these actions. Without obeying the priest. (GOODOBY)

	TOTAL	%
1) No, he/she cannot be considered a good Orthodox Christian	429	45.9
2) Yes, he/she still can be a good Orthodox Christian	470	50.3
9) No answer	36	3.9
TOTAL	935	100.0

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128) The following statements deal with what many think it takes to be a good Orthodox Christian. Please, indicate if you think a person can be a good Orthodox Christian WITHOUT performing these actions. Without their marriage being approved by Orthodox Church. (GOODMRG)

	TOTAL	%
1) No, he/she cannot be considered a good Orthodox Christian	544	58.2
2) Yes, he/she still can be a good Orthodox Christian	362	38.7
9) No answer	29	3.1
TOTAL	935	100.0

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129) The following statements deal with what many think it takes to be a good Orthodox Christian. Please, indicate if you think a person can be a good Orthodox Christian WITHOUT performing these actions. Without donating time or money to help the poor. (GOODDON)

	TOTAL	%
1) No, he/she cannot be considered a good Orthodox Christian	657	70.3
2) Yes, he/she still can be a good Orthodox Christian	250	26.7
9) No answer	28	3.0
TOTAL	935	100.0

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130) The following statements deal with what many think it takes to be a good Orthodox Christian. Please, indicate if you think a person can be a good Orthodox Christian WITHOUT performing these actions. Without donating time or money to help the parish. (GOODPAR)

	TOTAL	%
1) No, he/she cannot be considered a good Orthodox Christian	666	71.2
2) Yes, he/she still can be a good Orthodox Christian	245	26.2
9) No answer	24	2.6
TOTAL	935	100.0

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131) The following statements deal with what many think it takes to be a good Orthodox Christian. Please, indicate if you think a person can be a good Orthodox Christian WITHOUT performing these actions. Without believing that Jesus rose from the dead. (GOODROS)

	TOTAL	%
1) No, he/she cannot be considered a good Orthodox Christian	900	96.3
2) Yes, he/she still can be a good Orthodox Christian	17	1.8
9) No answer	18	1.9
TOTAL	935	100.0

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132) Would you support or oppose women in the following roles in the Church? Women as altar servers (SUPALTAR)

	TOTAL	%
1) Oppose	469	50.2
2) Not sure	165	17.6
3) Support	285	30.5
9) No response	16	1.7
TOTAL	935	100.0

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133) Would you support or oppose women in the following roles in the Church? Women as deacons (SUPDEACN)

	TOTAL	%
1) Oppose	480	51.3
2) Not sure	177	18.9
3) Support	264	28.2
9) No response	14	1.5
TOTAL	935	100.0

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134) Would you support or oppose women in the following roles in the Church? Women as priests (SUPRIEST)

	TOTAL	%
1) Oppose	711	76.0
2) Not sure	117	12.5
3) Support	91	9.7
9) No response	16	1.7
TOTAL	935	100.0

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135) Please indicate to which extent you AGREE OR DISAGREE with the following statements: Orthodox bishops in America strive to guide the Church wisely and competently. (STRIVE)

	TOTAL	%
1) Strongly agree	189	20.2
2) Rather agree	337	36.0
3) Neutral or unsure	227	24.3
4) Rather disagree	116	12.4
5) Strongly disagree	48	5.1
9) No response	18	1.9
TOTAL	935	100.0

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136) Please indicate to which extent you AGREE OR DISAGREE with the following statements: On the whole, parish priests do a good job. (GOODJOB)

	TOTAL	%
1) Strongly agree	327	35.0
2) Rather agree	477	51.0
3) Neutral or unsure	91	9.7
4) Rather disagree	21	2.2
5) Strongly disagree	3	0.3
9) No response	16	1.7
TOTAL	935	100.0

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137) Page 5, IMPSCRPT to GOODJOB, optional comments (OPTCOMM5)

138) Please indicate to which extent you AGREE OR DISAGREE with the following statements: In general there is a good match between our parish and our priest. (MATCH)

	TOTAL	%
1) Strongly agree	574	61.4
2) Rather agree	257	27.5
3) Neutral or unsure	52	5.6
4) Rather disagree	23	2.5
5) Strongly disagree	9	1.0
9) No response	20	2.1
TOTAL	935	100.0

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139) Please indicate to which extent you AGREE OR DISAGREE with the following statements: Ordination to the priesthood means an entirely new status which makes priest "different" from the laity within Church. (ORDINDIF)

	TOTAL	%
1) Strongly agree	394	42.1
2) Rather agree	306	32.7
3) Neutral or unsure	80	8.6
4) Rather disagree	93	9.9
5) Strongly disagree	36	3.9
9) No response	26	2.8
TOTAL	935	100.0

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140) Please indicate to which extent you AGREE OR DISAGREE with the following statements: In the case of disagreements with laity, priests should have the final authority in the parish. (FINLAUTH)

	TOTAL	%
1) Strongly agree	250	26.7
2) Rather agree	320	34.2
3) Neutral or unsure	211	22.6
4) Rather disagree	93	9.9
5) Strongly disagree	36	3.9
9) No response	25	2.7
TOTAL	935	100.0

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141) Please indicate to which extent you AGREE OR DISAGREE with the following statements: The Orthodox parish is like a family: people shouldn't even think about leaving with the intent to "pick and choose" another parish. (FAMPICK)

	TOTAL	%
1) Strongly agree	191	20.4
2) Rather agree	262	28.0
3) Neutral or unsure	195	20.9
4) Rather disagree	205	21.9
5) Strongly disagree	64	6.8
9) No response	18	1.9
TOTAL	935	100.0

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142) Please indicate to which extent you AGREE OR DISAGREE with the following statements: To be truly Orthodox Christian, one must accept unquestioningly all teachings and requirements of the Orthodox Church. (TRLYTCH)

	TOTAL	%
1) Strongly agree	257	27.5
2) Rather agree	320	34.2
3) Neutral or unsure	115	12.3
4) Rather disagree	161	17.2
5) Strongly disagree	60	6.4
9) No response	22	2.4
TOTAL	935	100.0

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143) Please indicate to which extent you AGREE OR DISAGREE with the following statements: Only members of the Orthodox Church can be saved. (MEMSAVED)

	TOTAL	%
1) Strongly agree	19	2.0
2) Rather agree	47	5.0
3) Neutral or unsure	146	15.6
4) Rather disagree	263	28.1
5) Strongly disagree	439	47.0
9) No response	21	2.2
TOTAL	935	100.0

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144) Please indicate to which extent you AGREE OR DISAGREE with the following statements: Orthodox Christianity contains a greater share of truth than other religions do. (GRTTRUTH)

	TOTAL	%
1) Strongly agree	503	53.8
2) Rather agree	251	26.8
3) Neutral or unsure	104	11.1
4) Rather disagree	35	3.7
5) Strongly disagree	24	2.6
9) No response	18	1.9
TOTAL	935	100.0

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145) Please indicate to which extent you AGREE OR DISAGREE with the following statements: The only reason for Orthodox to participate in inter-Christian meetings and discussions is to spread the message of Orthodox Christianity and to seek conversion of others into the Orthodox faith. (PARTICIP)

	TOTAL	%
1) Strongly agree	128	13.7
2) Rather agree	190	20.3
3) Neutral or unsure	148	15.8
4) Rather disagree	311	33.3
5) Strongly disagree	138	14.8
9) No response	20	2.1
TOTAL	935	100.0

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146) Please indicate to which extent you AGREE OR DISAGREE with the following statements: I cannot imagine being anything but Orthodox. (ONLYORTH)

	TOTAL	%
1) Strongly agree	650	69.5
2) Rather agree	149	15.9
3) Neutral or unsure	52	5.6
4) Rather disagree	50	5.3
5) Strongly disagree	19	2.0
9) No response	15	1.6
TOTAL	935	100.0

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147) Please indicate to which extent you AGREE OR DISAGREE with the following statements: It is very important to me that the younger generation of my family grow up as Orthodox Christians. (YOUNGGEN)

	TOTAL	%
1) Strongly agree	633	67.7
2) Rather agree	179	19.1
3) Neutral or unsure	72	7.7
4) Rather disagree	23	2.5
5) Strongly disagree	5	0.5
9) No response	23	2.5
TOTAL	935	100.0

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148) Please indicate to which extent you AGREE OR DISAGREE with the following statements: I often feel that I cannot explain my faith to others. (EXPLFAIT)

	TOTAL	%
1) Strongly agree	37	4.0
2) Rather agree	218	23.3
3) Neutral or unsure	96	10.3
4) Rather disagree	343	36.7
5) Strongly disagree	220	23.5
9) No response	21	2.2
TOTAL	935	100.0

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149) Please indicate to which extent you AGREE OR DISAGREE with the following statements: The primary calling of married women is in the sphere of home and family. All other social and business activities should be considered as secondary in comparison with family duties and obligations. (PRIMMARY)

	TOTAL	%
1) Strongly agree	146	15.6
2) Rather agree	229	24.5
3) Neutral or unsure	145	15.5
4) Rather disagree	224	24.0
5) Strongly disagree	167	17.9
9) No response	24	2.6
TOTAL	935	100.0

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150) Please indicate to which extent you AGREE OR DISAGREE with the following statements: The idea that the priest is a "man set apart" is a barrier to the full realization of true Christian community. (MANSETAP)

	TOTAL	%
1) Strongly agree	181	19.4
2) Rather agree	279	29.8
3) Neutral or unsure	242	25.9
4) Rather disagree	147	15.7
5) Strongly disagree	55	5.9
9) No response	31	3.3
TOTAL	935	100.0

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151) Please indicate to which extent you AGREE OR DISAGREE with the following statements: Most priests don't expect the laity to be leaders, just followers. (LAITFOLL)

	TOTAL	%
1) Strongly agree	171	18.3
2) Rather agree	394	42.1
3) Neutral or unsure	195	20.9
4) Rather disagree	120	12.8
5) Strongly disagree	35	3.7
9) No response	20	2.1
TOTAL	935	100.0

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152) Page 6, MATCH to LAITFOLL, optional comments (OPTCOMM6)

153) Please indicate to which extent you AGREE OR DISAGREE with the following statements: Priests today need to be more involved with broad social and moral issues beyond their own parish's level. (INVOLVBR)

	TOTAL	%
1) Strongly agree	61	6.5
2) Rather agree	163	17.4
3) Neutral or unsure	257	27.5
4) Rather disagree	271	29.0
5) Strongly disagree	156	16.7
9) No response	27	2.9
TOTAL	935	100.0

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154) Please indicate to which extent you AGREE OR DISAGREE with the following statements: It is urgent that priests achieve greater social status as competent professionals in the eyes of Orthodox community. (URGPROF)

	TOTAL	%
1) Strongly agree	24	2.6
2) Rather agree	116	12.4
3) Neutral or unsure	194	20.7
4) Rather disagree	374	40.0
5) Strongly disagree	207	22.1
9) No response	20	2.1
TOTAL	935	100.0

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155) Please indicate to which extent you AGREE OR DISAGREE with the following statements: The Orthodox Church in the U.S. should welcome Roman Catholic priests and Protestant ministers who want to become Orthodox priests. (CATHPROT)

	TOTAL	%
1) Strongly agree	16	1.7
2) Rather agree	43	4.6
3) Neutral or unsure	138	14.8
4) Rather disagree	341	36.5
5) Strongly disagree	379	40.5
9) No response	18	1.9
TOTAL	935	100.0

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156) Please indicate to which extent you AGREE OR DISAGREE with the following statements: I think it is a good idea if Orthodox parishes were to choose their own priest from among available priests. (OWNPRST)

	TOTAL	%
1) Strongly agree	94	10.1
2) Rather agree	165	17.6
3) Neutral or unsure	246	26.3
4) Rather disagree	236	25.2
5) Strongly disagree	169	18.1
9) No response	25	2.7
TOTAL	935	100.0

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157) Please indicate to which extent you AGREE OR DISAGREE with the following statements: I think it is a good idea if Orthodox clergy and laity were more involved in the selection of bishops. (INVSELCT)

	TOTAL	%
1) Strongly agree	53	5.7
2) Rather agree	81	8.7
3) Neutral or unsure	260	27.8
4) Rather disagree	322	34.4
5) Strongly disagree	193	20.6
9) No response	26	2.8
TOTAL	935	100.0

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158) Please indicate to which extent you AGREE OR DISAGREE with the following statements: The Orthodox Church needs to move faster in empowering lay persons in ministry. (FASTEMPO)

	TOTAL	%
1) Strongly agree	48	5.1
2) Rather agree	128	13.7
3) Neutral or unsure	337	36.0
4) Rather disagree	283	30.3
5) Strongly disagree	115	12.3
9) No response	24	2.6
TOTAL	935	100.0

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159) Please indicate to which extent you AGREE OR DISAGREE with the following statements: I would like to have more access to our bishops to discuss Church matters. (MORACCES)

	TOTAL	%
1) Strongly agree	17	1.8
2) Rather agree	107	11.4
3) Neutral or unsure	303	32.4
4) Rather disagree	352	37.6
5) Strongly disagree	134	14.3
9) No response	22	2.4
TOTAL	935	100.0

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160) Please indicate to which extent you AGREE OR DISAGREE with the following statements: All Orthodox Christians should have the individual freedom to interpret the Scriptures and Orthodox Tradition for themselves and be tolerant of differing interpretations. (INDFREED)

	TOTAL	%
1) Strongly agree	366	39.1
2) Rather agree	256	27.4
3) Neutral or unsure	117	12.5
4) Rather disagree	133	14.2
5) Strongly disagree	40	4.3
9) No response	23	2.5
TOTAL	935	100.0

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161) Please indicate to which extent you AGREE OR DISAGREE with the following statements: The Orthodox Church should allow its local parishes more freedom to explore new forms and patterns of liturgical life. (LOCFREED)

	TOTAL	%
1) Strongly agree	338	36.1
2) Rather agree	263	28.1
3) Neutral or unsure	175	18.7
4) Rather disagree	105	11.2
5) Strongly disagree	37	4.0
9) No response	17	1.8
TOTAL	935	100.0

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162) Please indicate to which extent you AGREE OR DISAGREE with the following statements: I am willing to tolerate different viewpoints on Church life in my parish even if it spills over into conflict sometimes. (TOLVIEWP)

	TOTAL	%
1) Strongly agree	123	13.2
2) Rather agree	198	21.2
3) Neutral or unsure	208	22.2
4) Rather disagree	334	35.7
5) Strongly disagree	53	5.7
9) No response	19	2.0
TOTAL	935	100.0

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163) Please indicate to which extent you AGREE OR DISAGREE with the following statements: I can perfectly well imagine myself learning about Jesus and Christian faith from the people in other (not Orthodox) Christian churches. (LRNFAITH)

	TOTAL	%
1) Strongly agree	207	22.1
2) Rather agree	225	24.1
3) Neutral or unsure	152	16.3
4) Rather disagree	234	25.0
5) Strongly disagree	92	9.8
9) No response	25	2.7
TOTAL	935	100.0

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164) Please indicate to which extent you AGREE OR DISAGREE with the following statements: I feel confident explaining the Orthodox Faith to non-Orthodox. (CONFEXPL)

	TOTAL	%
1) Strongly agree	15	1.6
2) Rather agree	91	9.7
3) Neutral or unsure	121	12.9
4) Rather disagree	432	46.2
5) Strongly disagree	253	27.1
9) No response	23	2.5
TOTAL	935	100.0

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165) Please indicate to which extent you AGREE OR DISAGREE with the following statements: How a person lives is more important than whether he or she is an Orthodox Christian. (PERSLIVE)

	TOTAL	%
1) Strongly agree	64	6.8
2) Rather agree	145	15.5
3) Neutral or unsure	184	19.7
4) Rather disagree	337	36.0
5) Strongly disagree	179	19.1
9) No response	26	2.8
TOTAL	935	100.0

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166) Please indicate to which extent you AGREE OR DISAGREE with the following statements: Evolutionary theory is compatible with the idea of God as Creator. (EVOLTHRY)

	TOTAL	%
1) Strongly agree	218	23.3
2) Rather agree	128	13.7
3) Neutral or unsure	188	20.1
4) Rather disagree	214	22.9
5) Strongly disagree	155	16.6
9) No response	32	3.4
TOTAL	935	100.0

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167) Please indicate to which extent you AGREE OR DISAGREE with the following statements: Even if homosexuality is wrong, the civil rights of gays and lesbians–including legal status for "same-sex couples"-should still be protected. (CIVRGHTS)

	TOTAL	%
1) Strongly agree	302	32.3
2) Rather agree	159	17.0
3) Neutral or unsure	148	15.8
4) Rather disagree	193	20.6
5) Strongly disagree	106	11.3
9) No response	27	2.9
TOTAL	935	100.0

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168) Please indicate to which extent you AGREE OR DISAGREE with the following statements: Children need to be exposed to a variety of cultural and religious differences so they can make informed choices as adults. (EXPDIFFS)

	TOTAL	%
1) Strongly agree	133	14.2
2) Rather agree	211	22.6
3) Neutral or unsure	152	16.3
4) Rather disagree	270	28.9
5) Strongly disagree	147	15.7
9) No response	22	2.4
TOTAL	935	100.0

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169) Please indicate to which extent you AGREE OR DISAGREE with the following statements: It is important that public schools at all levels keep religion and religious issues "out of classrooms." (PUBSCHLS)

	TOTAL	%
1) Strongly agree	231	24.7
2) Rather agree	295	31.6
3) Neutral or unsure	147	15.7
4) Rather disagree	126	13.5
5) Strongly disagree	116	12.4
9) No response	20	2.1
TOTAL	935	100.0

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170) Please indicate to which extent you AGREE OR DISAGREE with the following statements: Would you generally favor or oppose teaching creationism INSTEAD OF evolution in public schools? (TCHCREAT)

	TOTAL	%
1) Favor	298	31.9
2) Oppose	317	33.9
3) Unsure/no opinion	294	31.4
9) No answer	26	2.8
TOTAL	935	100.0

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171) Page 7, PUBSCHLS to TCHCREAT, optional comments (OPTCOMM7)

172) What is your position in this parish (please mark all which apply): (POSCOUNC)

	TOTAL	%
0) Other answer	704	75.4
1) Parish Council Member	230	24.6
Missing	1
TOTAL	934	100.0

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173) What is your position in this parish (please mark all which apply): (POSTCHR)

	TOTAL	%
0) Other answer	796	85.2
1) Sunday school teacher/director	138	14.8
Missing	1
TOTAL	934	100.0

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174) What is your position in this parish (please mark all which apply): (POSCHOIR)

	TOTAL	%
0) Other answer	736	78.8
1) Choir member/director	198	21.2
Missing	1
TOTAL	934	100.0

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175) What is your position in this parish (please mark all which apply): (POSREGPR)

	TOTAL	%
0) Other answer	420	45.0
1) Regular parish member, but not currently in a leadership position	514	55.0
Missing	1
TOTAL	934	100.0

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176) What is your position in this parish (please mark all which apply): (POSNORES)

	TOTAL	%
0) Other answer	913	97.8
1) No response	21	2.2
Missing	1
TOTAL	934	100.0

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177) Approximately, how many years have you attended in this parish: (YRSATTND)

	N	Mean	Std.Deviation
TOTAL	934	49.121	166

178) Your gender: (GENDER)

	TOTAL	%
1) Male	472	50.5
2) Female	458	49.0
9) No answer	4	0.4
Missing	1
TOTAL	934	100.0

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179) What is your age? (AGE)

	N	Mean	Std.Deviation
TOTAL	934	71.092	135

180) Where you were born?: City/town (BORNCITY)

181) Where you were born?: State (BORNSTAT)

182) Where you were born?: Country (BORNCNTR)

183) Area of birth (BORNAREA)

	TOTAL	%
1) North America	816	87.4
2) Eastern Europe	26	2.8
3) Western Europe	18	1.9
4) Greece, Middle East	49	5.2
5) Asia	2	0.2
6) Africa	5	0.5
9) No answer	18	1.9
Missing	1
TOTAL	934	100.0

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184) Your first "mother" language that you spoke at home as a child was: (MOTHLANG)

	TOTAL	%
1) English	666	71.3
2) Other	260	27.8
9) No response	8	0.9
Missing	1
TOTAL	934	100.0

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185) Your first "mother" language that you spoke at home as a child was: Other (OTHRLANG)

186) When you were a child, was the Church a part of regular life in your family (please, choose one)? (CHLDCHR)

	TOTAL	%
1) Yes, my parents were active in church and we attended church regularly.	626	67.0
2) We attended church occasionally, when our family life and other circumstances allowed	211	22.6
3) My parents were not interested in church, and it was not a part of my family life when I was a child.	81	8.7
9) No response	16	1.7
Missing	1
TOTAL	934	100.0

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187) Approximately, how frequently do you typically go to the church (please, choose one)? (FRQCHRCH)

	TOTAL	%
1) Several times a week	315	33.7
2) About once a week	515	55.1
3) Two to three times a month	74	7.9
4) About once a month or less	16	1.7
9) No response	14	1.5
Missing	1
TOTAL	934	100.0

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188) What is the highest level of your education? (LVLEDUC)

	TOTAL	%
1) High school diploma or less	83	8.9
2) Some college or technical school. Major in:	206	22.1
3) College graduate with Bachelor's degree. Major in:	336	36.0
4) Master's degree in:	222	23.8
5) Doctoral degree. Please write in what area:	74	7.9
9) No response	13	1.4
Missing	1
TOTAL	934	100.0

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189) What college major? (COLGEMAJ)

190) What Bachelor's degree? (BACHDEGR)

191) What Master's degree? (MASTDEGR)

192) What Doctoral degree? (DOCTDEGR)

193) What was your church affiliation before you became an Orthodox Christian? Please, choose one option: (CHRCHAFF)

	TOTAL	%
1) I have always been an Orthodox Christian.	551	59.0
2) I was a Roman Catholic.	121	13.0
3) I was a Liberal Protestant. Please, write what was your denomination:	29	3.1
4) I was a Moderate Protestant. Please, write what was your denomination:	102	10.9
5) I was an Evangelical Protestant. Please, write what was your denomination:	95	10.2
6) I was agnostic (no religion)	28	3.0
9) No response	8	0.9
Missing	1
TOTAL	934	100.0

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194) If Liberal Protestant, please, write what was your denomination: (LIBERPRO)

195) If Moderate Protestant, please, write what was your denomination: (MODPRO)

196) If Evangelical Protestant, please, write what was your denomination: (EVANGPRO)

197) When you think about your theological position and approach to church life, which word best describes where you stand? Please, choose one option only. (THEOSTND)

	TOTAL	%
1) I am conservative. The Orthodox Church should avoid changes in its life and theology.	257	27.5
2) I am traditional. Any changes in the Orthodox Church should be very gradual.	373	39.9
3) I am moderate. I am willing to accept new developments and changes in church life depending on local circumstances.	249	26.7
4) I am liberal. I am willing to initiate and promote new developments and changes in church life.	39	4.2
9) No answer	16	1.7
Missing	1
TOTAL	934	100.0

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198) Do you have close friends outside of the Orthodox Church? (CLSFRNDS)

	TOTAL	%
1) Not really. Other than business, I have few personal social contacts with people who are non-Orthodox.	31	3.3
2) I have some friends who are non-Orthodox, but most of my closest friends are Orthodox Christians. Basically, I prefer to have friends who are also Orthodox Christians.	186	19.9
3) I probably have equal numbers of friends who are Orthodox and not Orthodox Christians.	374	40.0
4) Most of my personal friend are not Orthodox Christians.	259	27.7
5) I don't care much about the religion of my friends.	73	7.8
9) No response	11	1.2
Missing	1
TOTAL	934	100.0

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199) Page 8, POSCOUNC to CLSFRNDS, optional comments (OPTCOMM8)

200) I-AGE: What is your age? (Recoded for use with online analysis) (I-AGE)

	TOTAL	%
1) 18 years old or younger	8	0.9
2) Between 19 and 25 years old	54	5.9
3) Between 26 and 45 years old	264	28.9
4) Between 46 and 65 years old	396	43.3
5) 66 years old or older	192	21.0
Missing	21
TOTAL	914	100.0

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201) I-EDUC: What is the highest level of your education? (for use with online analysis) (I-EDUC)

	TOTAL	%
1) High school diploma or less	83	8.9
2) Some college or technical school	206	22.1
3) College graduate with Bachelor's degree	336	36.0
4) Master's degree	222	23.8
5) Doctoral degree	74	7.9
9) No response	13	1.4
Missing	1
TOTAL	934	100.0

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202) I-GENDER: Your gender: (for use with online analysis) (I-GENDER)

	TOTAL	%
1) Male	472	50.5
2) Female	458	49.0
9) No answer	4	0.4
Missing	1
TOTAL	934	100.0

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