Sandy Lake, PA is a small rural community in northern Pennsylvania with a population of just over 4,000. Despite its size, Sandy Lake is home to several vibrant religious congregations that serve the town's residents. Many of these congregations have been around for generations, providing an important spiritual and communal anchor in the community. The variety of denominations in town provide a range of options for those looking to worship or participate in faith-based activities. Popular churches include St. Timothy's Episcopal Church, Trinity United Methodist Church, and Sandy Lake Presbyterian Church – all of which offer regular services and special events throughout the year. In addition to traditional services and events, many churches in Sandy Lake also provide additional outreach ministries such as food pantries, after-school programs, homeless shelters, and more. There are plenty of opportunities for people of any faith or practice to connect with others like them in this tight-knit community.
56.7% of the people in Sandy Lake township are religious:
- 1.5% are Baptist
- 0.7% are Episcopalian
- 24.9% are Catholic
- 2.3% are Lutheran
- 7.7% are Methodist
- 1.3% are Pentecostal
- 8.1% are Presbyterian
- 0.3% are Church of Jesus Christ
- 9.8% are another Christian faith
- 0.2% are Judaism
- 0.0% are an eastern faith
- 0.0% affilitates with Islam
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