Opelika, AL is home to a variety of religious congregations of different denominations. With its diverse population, Opelika offers services and programs for a range of faiths. Christian churches like Mount Sinai Baptist Church, St. Matthew’s Lutheran Church, and Trinity United Methodist Church are just a few of the numerous local churches in the area. Additionally, there are many other local places of worship such as Islamic Centers, Hindu Temples, and Buddhist temples that serve the spiritual needs of residents from all backgrounds. These spiritual centers provide many opportunities for fellowship and community-building with their vibrant worship services and engaging activities such as bible studies, youth groups, women’s ministries, and support groups. The diversity of these spiritual institutions makes it easy for people from all walks of life to find an appropriate place to attend religious services or simply connect with others who share similar beliefs.
42.2% of the people in Opelika are religious:
- 18.1% are Baptist
- 1.0% are Episcopalian
- 2.1% are Catholic
- 0.2% are Lutheran
- 12.7% are Methodist
- 2.0% are Pentecostal
- 1.4% are Presbyterian
- 0.6% are Church of Jesus Christ
- 3.7% are another Christian faith
- 0.1% are Judaism
- 0.0% are an eastern faith
- 0.2% affilitates with Islam
DID YOU KNOW
According to some estimates, there are roughly 4,200 religions in the world.