"Wuthnow s book is a useful primer for someone interested in a quick read about the impact of Christianity on the civil society." "The two most interesting aspects of this book are Wuthnow s reflections on the growing importance of small-group activity, and his chapter on multiculturalism and religious diversity." Ed Wojcicki, University of Illinois, reviewing for St. Anthony Messenger, July 1998--Sanford Lakoff "St. Anthony Messenger "