St. Augustine, Florida is home to a wide variety of religious congregations. From Baptist to Catholic, Episcopal, Greek Orthodox and Jewish, the city offers worshipers of all backgrounds an opportunity to practice their faith in an atmosphere of acceptance and inclusivity. In particular, St. Augustine has a large number of historic churches that provide an opportunity for locals and visitors alike to explore the area's religious history. Among these are the Memorial Presbyterian Church, Trinity Episcopal Parish and the Cathedral Basilica of St. Augustine, which dates back to 1565 and is the oldest parish in America. Of particular note are the four Catholic parishes located within the city limits which offer Masses in English, Spanish and French reflecting St. Augustine's diverse population. The presence of such a vibrant and diverse array of religious congregations not only adds to the unique character of this beautiful historic city but also provides services to its local community.
38.6% of the people in St. Augustine are religious:
- 8.2% are Baptist
- 3.9% are Episcopalian
- 15.2% are Catholic
- 0.5% are Lutheran
- 1.8% are Methodist
- 0.6% are Pentecostal
- 2.1% are Presbyterian
- 0.7% are Church of Jesus Christ
- 2.9% are another Christian faith
- 0.5% are Judaism
- 1.2% are an eastern faith
- 0.8% affilitates with Islam
DID YOU KNOW
According to some estimates, there are roughly 4,200 religions in the world.