Basco, IL is a small rural town located in Hancock County. Although the population of Basco is relatively small, the town is home to several local religious congregations. The list of churches includes St. John’s Lutheran Church, First Baptist Church, and St. Patrick’s Catholic Church. All three churches provide spiritual guidance and support for the community residents. Additionally, they host events such as weekly bible studies, concerts, and retreats throughout the year. These churches are an important part of Basco's culture and identity, bringing people together from diverse backgrounds to worship together in unity and peace.
52.7% of the people in Basco are religious:
- 1.6% are Baptist
- 0.4% are Episcopalian
- 7.9% are Catholic
- 7.5% are Lutheran
- 9.7% are Methodist
- 2.1% are Pentecostal
- 7.3% are Presbyterian
- 5.1% are Church of Jesus Christ
- 11.3% are another Christian faith
- 0.0% are Judaism
- 0.0% are an eastern faith
- 0.0% affilitates with Islam
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