Roxbury, NY is a small town in the Catskills located in Delaware County. It has a rich history of religious congregations and worship. The churches in Roxbury date back to 1832 when the first church, the United Methodist Church, was established. Since then, many other denominations have become part of the local religious landscape including Baptist, Lutheran, Presbyterian and Episcopal churches. These churches offer spiritual guidance and fellowship for members of their respective communities throughout Roxbury. Additionally, these churches are often involved in local civic events such as farmer’s markets and community fairs that bring people together from all walks of life. This variety of denominations adds a unique dimension to Roxbury's culture that is celebrated by both residents and visitors alike.
43.9% of the people in Roxbury are religious:
- 1.1% are Baptist
- 1.3% are Episcopalian
- 17.7% are Catholic
- 1.1% are Lutheran
- 8.7% are Methodist
- 0.7% are Pentecostal
- 3.9% are Presbyterian
- 0.4% are Church of Jesus Christ
- 4.6% are another Christian faith
- 0.9% are Judaism
- 0.3% are an eastern faith
- 3.2% affilitates with Islam
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According to some estimates, there are roughly 4,200 religions in the world.