Detroit, MI is a large city with many vibrant religious congregations. Over the years, people from different cultures and backgrounds have come to the city and have brought their faith with them. This has resulted in a wide array of churches representing various denominations of Christianity, Judaism, Buddhism, Islam and other religions. These churches provide a place for members of each congregation to gather in worship and fellowship. They also serve as important centers for community outreach and social programs that help to support those who are less fortunate or need assistance. From small neighborhood churches to beautiful cathedrals downtown, Detroit's religious congregations contribute greatly to the strong spiritual foundation of the city.
42.2% of the people in Detroit are religious:
- 6.9% are Baptist
- 0.4% are Episcopalian
- 16.8% are Catholic
- 2.2% are Lutheran
- 1.9% are Methodist
- 1.6% are Pentecostal
- 1.5% are Presbyterian
- 0.3% are Church of Jesus Christ
- 6.5% are another Christian faith
- 0.0% are Judaism
- 0.3% are an eastern faith
- 3.6% affilitates with Islam
DID YOU KNOW
According to some estimates, there are roughly 4,200 religions in the world.