Montross, VA is a small town located in the Northern Neck of Virginia. It has a rich history that dates back to the 1700s, and its population as of 2020 is just under 600 people. The area is known for its historical sites and stunning landscapes, but it also has a vibrant religious community as well.
In Montross there are several churches that have been part of the community for many years. Most notably, St. Mary's Episcopal Church was founded in 1698 and still stands today on Montross's Main Street. Additionally, there are several Baptist congregations in the area such as Mt. Olivet Baptist Church and Oak Grove Baptist Church which both offer weekly services to their members. The Methodist faith is also represented by two different churches: Zion Hill Methodist Church and The United Methodist Church at Laurel Grove. Lastly, Calvary Pentecostal Holiness Church provides an outlet for those who practice Pentecostal Christianity in the area.
The presence of these churches create an important spiritual refuge for many residents of Montross as well as visitors to the town - allowing them to connect with God regardless of their background or beliefs.
41.5% of the people in Montross are religious:
- 14.8% are Baptist
- 4.7% are Episcopalian
- 10.0% are Catholic
- 0.0% are Lutheran
- 8.6% are Methodist
- 0.5% are Pentecostal
- 0.0% are Presbyterian
- 0.0% are Church of Jesus Christ
- 2.8% are another Christian faith
- 0.0% are Judaism
- 0.0% are an eastern faith
- 0.0% affilitates with Islam
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According to some estimates, there are roughly 4,200 religions in the world.