North Plainfield, NJ has a range of religious congregations, spanning multiple denominations. From Catholic churches such as Saint Joseph's Church to the Presbyterian Church of North Plainfield, there are a variety of places of worship for those living in and around the town. The area also includes an Islamic center where individuals can practice their faith. Additionally, many local organizations have formed a coalition for interfaith dialogue to ensure that all members of the community feel respected and included regardless of their religion. These initiatives have helped to create a welcoming atmosphere in North Plainfield that embraces and celebrates diversity.
49.1% of the people in North Plainfield are religious:
- 2.5% are Baptist
- 1.0% are Episcopalian
- 31.4% are Catholic
- 0.8% are Lutheran
- 1.4% are Methodist
- 0.5% are Pentecostal
- 3.9% are Presbyterian
- 0.2% are Church of Jesus Christ
- 3.0% are another Christian faith
- 1.5% are Judaism
- 1.9% are an eastern faith
- 1.0% affilitates with Islam
DID YOU KNOW
According to some estimates, there are roughly 4,200 religions in the world.