The Gainesville, FL Metro Area is home to a wide variety of religious congregations. Some of the most commonly found churches in Gainesville are Baptist, Methodist, Catholic, Lutheran, Presbyterian, and Episcopal denominations. Additionally, there are numerous independent churches and non-denominational congregations as well as a vibrant Jewish community. Each of these places of worship provide a welcoming atmosphere and strive to serve their respective communities in meaningful ways by providing spiritual enrichment through outreach programs, support services for those who need it most, and educational programs designed to help all individuals reach their full potential. The religious fabric of Gainesville is truly reflective of its diverse population; it is filled with vibrant faith-based organizations that offer many opportunities for growth and fellowship.
41.9% of the people in Gainesville Metro Area are religious:
- 11.3% are Baptist
- 0.6% are Episcopalian
- 7.8% are Catholic
- 0.5% are Lutheran
- 6.4% are Methodist
- 3.5% are Pentecostal
- 1.1% are Presbyterian
- 1.0% are Church of Jesus Christ
- 6.4% are another Christian faith
- 0.4% are Judaism
- 1.4% are an eastern faith
- 1.1% affilitates with Islam
DID YOU KNOW
According to some estimates, there are roughly 4,200 religions in the world.