Carmel, ME is a small town located in Penobscot County. Despite its small size, the town has several churches for local religious congregations. These churches range from traditional Christian denominations to more modern expressions of faith. The Church of the Open Door and the Greenwood Church are two examples of churches in Carmel that provide an inclusive atmosphere for worshippers of all backgrounds and beliefs. The Church of the Open Door offers traditional services as well as programs for children and youth while the Greenwood church focuses on contemporary forms of worship while also offering support to those who may be seeking spiritual guidance or assistance. In addition to these larger congregations, Carmel also has a number of small chapels and other places of worship that provide a safe and accepting environment for those seeking to practice their faith.
24.2% of the people in Carmel are religious:
- 1.2% are Baptist
- 0.4% are Episcopalian
- 11.0% are Catholic
- 0.2% are Lutheran
- 3.1% are Methodist
- 1.0% are Pentecostal
- 1.8% are Presbyterian
- 1.1% are Church of Jesus Christ
- 3.6% are another Christian faith
- 0.5% are Judaism
- 0.1% are an eastern faith
- 0.1% affilitates with Islam
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According to some estimates, there are roughly 4,200 religions in the world.