When Pew Research asked LDS members what it means to be a good Mormon, nearly three-quarters said working to help the poor and needy is essential — not optional, not encouraged, essential.
This theological emphasis on service as a core identity trait is reflected in the behavioral data: LDS members lead all religious groups in volunteering (430 hours/year), charitable giving ($1,171/year), and neighborly willingness to help (45% vs 33% for Evangelicals).
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