Afton, IA is home to an array of local religious congregations. These churches are a vital part of the small town's culture and identity, and provide a place for people to come together to practice their faith. They range from traditional Christian denominations such as Lutheran and Methodist to non-denominational churches and more. Each church offers its own unique services such as Sunday school classes, bible studies, youth groups and missionary work. Most churches also hold weekly worship services and special events throughout the year. These activities bring members of the community closer together in an atmosphere of shared belief and fellowship. The presence of these religious institutions adds a sense of stability, purpose and comfort to Afton's residents, making it an even better place to call home.
42.4% of the people in Afton are religious:
- 3.4% are Baptist
- 0.1% are Episcopalian
- 9.3% are Catholic
- 5.2% are Lutheran
- 9.5% are Methodist
- 1.0% are Pentecostal
- 6.6% are Presbyterian
- 1.3% are Church of Jesus Christ
- 6.2% are another Christian faith
- 0.0% are Judaism
- 0.0% are an eastern faith
- 0.0% affilitates with Islam
DID YOU KNOW
According to some estimates, there are roughly 4,200 religions in the world.