Newport, NC is a small town located in the heart of Eastern North Carolina. It has a rich religious tradition with many churches spread throughout the town. The largest being the Church of God of Prophecy, with its roots originating from Scotland Neck. Other local religious congregations include St. John's United Methodist Church, First Baptist Church of Newport, and Harvest Chapel. Each church offers a unique worship experience that reflects the values and beliefs of their respective denominations. They are all active in serving their local community through ministries such as Sunday School classes, Bible Studies, youth outreach programs, and mission trips to international sites. No matter one's denomination or faith background, there is sure to be a place for everyone to worship in Newport!
45.1% of the people in Newport are religious:
- 15.6% are Baptist
- 1.5% are Episcopalian
- 3.6% are Catholic
- 0.4% are Lutheran
- 11.0% are Methodist
- 5.0% are Pentecostal
- 1.5% are Presbyterian
- 1.6% are Church of Jesus Christ
- 4.7% are another Christian faith
- 0.0% are Judaism
- 0.0% are an eastern faith
- 0.0% affilitates with Islam
DID YOU KNOW
According to some estimates, there are roughly 4,200 religions in the world.