Ames, Iowa is home to a variety of religious congregations. Home to Iowa State University, Ames boasts a diverse population and welcomes all faiths. There are several churches that cater to various denominations including Baptist, Catholic, Methodist, Presbyterian and more. Each church offers weekly services and events for the community to join in on such as bible studies or youth groups. The churches also provide support and resources for those in need throughout the city. Whether it’s providing comfort during hard times or offering assistance in various ways, these churches are committed to helping everyone feel welcome in Ames.
50.2% of the people in Ames are religious:
- 1.4% are Baptist
- 0.5% are Episcopalian
- 10.1% are Catholic
- 15.1% are Lutheran
- 9.5% are Methodist
- 1.0% are Pentecostal
- 2.2% are Presbyterian
- 1.2% are Church of Jesus Christ
- 8.0% are another Christian faith
- 0.2% are Judaism
- 0.0% are an eastern faith
- 0.4% affilitates with Islam
DID YOU KNOW
According to some estimates, there are roughly 4,200 religions in the world.