Welcome to the companion website for Sociology of Religion, Fourth Edition by Kevin J. Christiano, Peter Kivisto, and William H. Swatos Jr.

Sociology of Religion, Fourth Edition introduces students to the nature and function of religious institutions and practices while asking sociological questions about the changing role of religion in today’s “post-traditional” world. Broken into three parts, the book opens with the basics of religious history and a review of key theories for its study. Part II, “Religion and Social Differentiation,” examines the intersections of ethnicity, class, gender, and sexuality with spirituality today, and Part III, “Religion, Culture, and Change,” explores religious inspirations for, or impediments to, social change. Throughout the text, boxes illuminate key concepts and suggestions for further reading allow for ongoing exploration of key themes and topics.

This password protected Companion Website is designed to help guide instructors while covering topics in Sociology of Religion, 4e. Here you can find Chapter PowerPoints, Test Banks, and a Sample Syllabus.