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How did Mormons grow so fast? They changed how they counted

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The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints changed how it was reporting its membership to census researchers, including baptized, inactive Mormons as well.

Topics: Faith, Clergy & Congregations
Beliefs: Mormon
Tags: arda, census, mormon

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