Sanford, ME has a variety of religious congregations that cater to many different denominations. The area is home to several churches representing the Catholic, Protestant, and Non-denominational faiths. Most of these churches are located within a few miles of the city center. These include the First Congregational Church, St. Ignatius Parish Church, Sanford United Methodist Church, First Assembly of God Church, and Sanford Pentecostal Holiness Church. Every Sunday morning there is an opportunity for all denominations to come together in fellowship. For many members of the community, these churches are more than just places of worship but also centers for socialization and support. Each church offers different events throughout the year such as Vacation Bible School or Easter Egg Hunts, providing opportunities for families to connect while also learning about their faith.
30.6% of the people in Sanford are religious:
- 1.9% are Baptist
- 0.7% are Episcopalian
- 20.7% are Catholic
- 0.2% are Lutheran
- 1.4% are Methodist
- 0.7% are Pentecostal
- 2.2% are Presbyterian
- 0.5% are Church of Jesus Christ
- 2.0% are another Christian faith
- 0.0% are Judaism
- 0.1% 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.