Punaluu is a small, coastal community located on the island of Oahu in Hawaii. It has a population of about 2,500 people with many living close to the sea as well as inland. The community is known for its beautiful beaches and interesting culture. While there are not many religious congregations in Punaluu, HI, those that exist are very important to the local population. One of the most notable churches in Punaluu is the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints which was founded in 1851 by early Mormon settlers and still stands today. Other churches include the United Church of Christ, Assembly of God, and Sacred Hearts Catholic Church. These congregations provide spiritual nourishment to the residents while also serving all visitors who come to enjoy Punaluu's stunning scenery and culture.
40.0% of the people in Punaluu are religious:
- 1.6% are Baptist
- 0.5% are Episcopalian
- 18.6% are Catholic
- 0.3% are Lutheran
- 0.9% are Methodist
- 4.3% are Pentecostal
- 1.5% are Presbyterian
- 5.2% are Church of Jesus Christ
- 3.8% are another Christian faith
- 0.1% are Judaism
- 3.2% are an eastern faith
- 0.0% affilitates with Islam
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