Providence, RI is a city that is steeped in history and culture. It is home to a variety of religious congregations that offer spiritual support and guidance to its people. The churches in Providence range from traditional Christian denominations such as the Baptist, Catholic, Lutheran, Methodist and Presbyterian churches to less traditional faiths including Unitarian Universalist Congregations, Islamic Centers, Jewish Synagogues, Hindu Temples and Baha'i Communities. Each of these places of worship provide members of the community with a place of solace and peace where they can turn for spiritual guidance during times of struggle or hardship. Churches are an integral part of Providence's vibrant culture and have been for centuries; they are a testament to the power of faith and religion to bring people together in a spirit of love and understanding.
54.4% of the people in Providence are religious:
- 1.6% are Baptist
- 1.4% are Episcopalian
- 45.1% are Catholic
- 0.3% are Lutheran
- 0.5% are Methodist
- 0.9% are Pentecostal
- 0.8% are Presbyterian
- 0.3% are Church of Jesus Christ
- 1.6% are another Christian faith
- 1.2% are Judaism
- 0.4% are an eastern faith
- 0.2% affilitates with Islam
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According to some estimates, there are roughly 4,200 religions in the world.