Mountainside, NJ is a small town located in the heart of New Jersey. It is home to a diverse range of local religious congregations that provide spiritual guidance and support to their members and the larger community. These churches are an integral part of life in Mountainside, as they offer services such as weekly worship services, bible studies, youth groups, mission trips, and other opportunities for fellowship. They also provide a place of solace and comfort for those dealing with life’s struggles or simply seeking some spiritual counseling. These congregations represent a variety of denominations including Baptist, Methodist, Lutheran, Presbyterian, Pentecostal and non-denominational Christian communities. Each one offers something unique to its members and visitors alike. In addition to regular church activities these churches are also involved in social justice initiatives around the area including food pantries and outreach programs to those in need. Through their activities they strive to bring about positive change in the lives of those living in Mountainside and beyond.
67.0% of the people in Mountainside are religious:
- 3.2% are Baptist
- 1.3% are Episcopalian
- 47.8% are Catholic
- 0.8% are Lutheran
- 1.3% are Methodist
- 1.4% are Pentecostal
- 1.9% are Presbyterian
- 0.5% are Church of Jesus Christ
- 4.0% are another Christian faith
- 2.6% are Judaism
- 0.1% are an eastern faith
- 2.0% affilitates with Islam
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According to some estimates, there are roughly 4,200 religions in the world.