Elma, NY is a small town located in the greater Buffalo area. It is home to a number of local religious congregations which contribute to the cultural vibrancy of the town. These churches range from traditional Protestant denominations such as Methodist and Presbyterian, to nondenominational religious groups. Each church offers weekly services and provides members of the Elma community with a place to worship and fellowship. As well, many of the churches host special events throughout the year such as holiday celebrations or concerts that attract people from all over Western New York. The presence of these religious establishments speaks not only to Elma's strong faith-based community but also its commitment to providing its citizens with opportunities for spiritual growth and enrichment.
57.2% of the people in Elma are religious:
- 2.9% are Baptist
- 0.8% are Episcopalian
- 38.8% are Catholic
- 2.7% are Lutheran
- 2.0% are Methodist
- 1.2% are Pentecostal
- 1.9% are Presbyterian
- 0.3% are Church of Jesus Christ
- 3.3% are another Christian faith
- 0.9% are Judaism
- 0.6% are an eastern faith
- 1.8% affilitates with Islam
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According to some estimates, there are roughly 4,200 religions in the world.