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This primarily urban segment is
spread across all age groups with slight over-representation of young families with
children. Their incomes are about average while their
educations are somewhat below average. |
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Faith involvement is somewhat lower than the national
average, and a higher percentage than the norm feel that the changing racial/ethnic face
of America is a threat to our national heritage. Contributions to religious organizations
are about average, while contributions to charities and educational institutions are less. |
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Religious affiliations highest above the national average
are Unitarian/Universalist, Pentecostal, Eastern Religions, Lutheran and Catholic. |
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The primary concerns of this group are Parenting Skills,
Employment Opportunities, Fulfilling Marriage, Educational Objectives, Adequate Food and
Day-to-Day Financial Worries. Fewer than the national average indicated that they would
rather be left on their own without interference from a leader. |
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Asked to identify programs and characteristics they would
prefer in a church, these households are more likely to choose Marriage Enrichment
Opportunities, Daycare Services, Twelve-Step Programs, Church-Sponsored Day School, Youth
Social Programs and Personal or Family Counseling. |
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