Facts of Life

One in four of those who go online use the Internet for religious purposes. Here are just a few of the faith interests that people pursue on their computers:

Seek information about their faith

67%

50%

Download religious music

34%

Buy religious items online

34%

Participate in religious listservs

27%

Download sermons

25%

Get ideas for celebrating religious holidays

Seek spiritual advice by e-mail

22%

21%

Seek a church to join

14%

Source: Pew Internet & American Life Project, Dec. 23