Bar Harbor, Maine is a small coastal town located on Mount Desert Island in the state of Maine. With its picturesque harbor, stunning coastal views, and abundance of outdoor activities, it’s no wonder why this charming little village is a popular destination year-round. It’s also known for its deep ties to religion and spirituality, as evidenced by the numerous local religious congregations in Bar Harbor. From small chapels to grand cathedrals, there’s a place of worship for every faith here — from the oldest church on Mount Desert Island, St. Saviour's Episcopal Church built in 1884, to the beautiful St Anthony's Catholic Church located right on the waterfront and constructed in 1870. There are also several Protestant churches along with the Bar Harbor Unitarian Universalist Church which offers an inclusive approach to spiritual growth and exploration without regard for religious tradition or background. No matter what your beliefs or background may be, you’ll find a welcoming faith community here in Bar Harbor that can help you grow spiritually.
17.2% of the people in Bar Harbor are religious:
- 2.0% are Baptist
- 1.9% are Episcopalian
- 4.6% are Catholic
- 0.3% are Lutheran
- 1.2% are Methodist
- 0.8% are Pentecostal
- 3.4% are Presbyterian
- 1.0% are Church of Jesus Christ
- 1.5% are another Christian faith
- 0.0% are Judaism
- 0.1% are an eastern faith
- 0.0% affilitates with Islam
DID YOU KNOW
According to some estimates, there are roughly 4,200 religions in the world.