Denton, Nebraska is a small rural town with a population of just over 500 people. Despite its small size, the community has strong ties to faith and religion. There are several churches in the area that serve as community gathering places for local residents. The main congregations include St. John's Lutheran Church, St. Paul's United Methodist Church, and First Baptist Church of Denton. These faith-filled centers offer weekly worship services, Bible study classes and fellowship opportunities. The churches also offer various ministries such as youth groups, Sunday School programs and special events throughout the year. Local religious organizations often host charity dinners or other events to help those in need in the area. The churches provide a sense of belonging for many people living in Denton and their contributions to the local community make them vital parts of this small town's culture and identity.
47.9% of the people in Denton are religious:
- 1.0% are Baptist
- 0.4% are Episcopalian
- 15.3% are Catholic
- 10.0% are Lutheran
- 7.0% are Methodist
- 1.5% are Pentecostal
- 4.2% are Presbyterian
- 1.3% are Church of Jesus Christ
- 6.2% are another Christian faith
- 0.2% are Judaism
- 0.3% are an eastern faith
- 0.2% affilitates with Islam
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