Queens, NY is home to a wide variety of churches representing different denominations and faiths. From Pentecostal to Catholic to Presbyterian, among others, the borough has many religious congregations that are dedicated to providing spiritual guidance and support for its residents. These churches also serve as vital social institutions in the community, bringing people together for worship, fellowship, and fellowship activities such as dinners or concerts. Many of these congregations also provide outreach programs designed to help those in need with food pantries, clothing drives or other assistance services. The churches of Queens are an integral part of the local community and strive to bring people closer together through faith-based guidance and activities.
50.1% of the people in Queens are religious:
- 1.2% are Baptist
- 0.4% are Episcopalian
- 32.4% are Catholic
- 0.5% are Lutheran
- 1.7% are Methodist
- 0.8% are Pentecostal
- 0.7% are Presbyterian
- 0.5% are Church of Jesus Christ
- 2.6% are another Christian faith
- 4.0% are Judaism
- 1.7% are an eastern faith
- 3.7% affilitates with Islam
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According to some estimates, there are roughly 4,200 religions in the world.