St. James, North Carolina is a small town located in New Hanover County. The town has a population of approximately 1,700 people and is home to several local religious congregations. One of the most notable churches in St. James is the First United Methodist Church. This congregation has been serving the community for over 100 years with worship services, Sunday school classes, and other various outreach activities designed to meet the spiritual needs of its members. Additionally, there are several other churches in St James including Church of God in Christ; Greater Fellowship Missionary Baptist Church; Greater Joy Community Church; and Abundant Life Assembly of God. Each church offers unique ministries that help serve the spiritual needs of those living in or visiting St James. These churches provide individuals with an opportunity to participate in worship services, bible studies, youth groups, and other faith-based events throughout the year. No matter what one’s denomination may be, each congregation works together to bring hope and peace to the community through their shared Christian faith.
37.5% of the people in St. James are religious:
- 14.3% are Baptist
- 1.0% are Episcopalian
- 5.7% are Catholic
- 0.6% are Lutheran
- 8.5% are Methodist
- 0.9% are Pentecostal
- 1.5% are Presbyterian
- 1.1% are Church of Jesus Christ
- 3.6% are another Christian faith
- 0.0% are Judaism
- 0.4% are an eastern faith
- 0.0% affilitates with Islam
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