Shelton, CT is home to a variety of local religious congregations. From small intimate prayer groups to larger churches, Shelton is comprised of a diverse set of worshipping communities. For many, these traditional places of worship offer solace and comfort as well as a sense of community and belonging. There are several different denominations represented in Shelton, including Catholic, Protestant, Jewish and even Scientology churches. Each church has its own individual services and rituals that reflect the culture and values of the congregation. In addition to their spiritual functions, many churches are also involved in charitable giving or other forms of social outreach in their local neighborhoods. All these congregations bring something unique to the city’s landscape and contribute towards creating an atmosphere of peace and understanding within the community.
64.0% of the people in Shelton are religious:
- 1.9% are Baptist
- 2.5% are Episcopalian
- 45.7% are Catholic
- 0.9% are Lutheran
- 2.1% are Methodist
- 1.2% are Pentecostal
- 3.1% are Presbyterian
- 0.5% are Church of Jesus Christ
- 3.2% are another Christian faith
- 2.0% are Judaism
- 0.3% are an eastern faith
- 0.6% affilitates with Islam
DID YOU KNOW
According to some estimates, there are roughly 4,200 religions in the world.