Arlington, MA is a town located in Middlesex County and its population is estimated to be around 43,000 people according to the US Census Bureau. The town has a number of churches that have been in existence for many years and are part of the local religious landscape. Some of these churches include First Baptist Church, St. Agnes Catholic Church, United Methodist Church, and Arlington Chinese Christian Church. All of these churches offer regular services as well as special events and programs for members of their congregations. The churches also offer other community-based activities such as holiday celebrations, charity drives, and educational classes that benefit the citizens of Arlington. Additionally, the churches also provide support services such as food pantries or financial assistance to those in need. These religious institutions play an important role in providing spiritual guidance to the residents of Arlington and fostering a sense of community among its members.
62.4% of the people in Arlington are religious:
- 1.1% are Baptist
- 1.2% are Episcopalian
- 50.1% are Catholic
- 0.5% are Lutheran
- 1.3% are Methodist
- 0.5% are Pentecostal
- 1.5% are Presbyterian
- 0.6% are Church of Jesus Christ
- 1.7% are another Christian faith
- 1.9% are Judaism
- 1.0% are an eastern faith
- 0.4% affilitates with Islam
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