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A Pew study shows most Americans keep their childhood religion, with belief loss and scandals driving Catholic departures.
A Pew Research Center report released December 15, 2025, finds that 56% of Americans still identify with their childhood religion, with most religious switching occurring by age 30.
Among former Catholics, 46% left due to loss of belief in teachings, while clergy scandals, dissatisfaction with church positions, and distrust in religious leaders were also common reasons.
Older adults (65+) and Republicans are more likely to stay in their childhood faith than younger adults and Democrats.
Positive religious experiences and regular practices are key to retention, and 81% of religious “nones” say morality doesn’t require religion.
Un estudio de Pew muestra que la mayoría de los estadounidenses mantienen su religión de la infancia, con la pérdida de creencias y los escándalos que impulsan las salidas católicas.