Strandburg, South Dakota is a small town located in the southeastern part of the state. It has a unique history and culture that is reflected in its many churches. There are several religious congregations in Strandburg, ranging from traditional Christian denominations to newer spiritual movements. The First Congregational Church of Strandburg was established in 1875 and offers services in both English and Spanish. Meanwhile, the Holy Family Catholic Church serves both the local parishioners and visitors from outside the area. The Latter-Day Saints Church of Strandburg meets for worship in a chapel on Main Street, while Grace Bible Fellowship provides an informal gathering space for those seeking spiritual growth and fellowship with others. Other new spiritual movements have found their home here as well, such as Unity Spiritual Center which focuses on teachings of universalism and personal transformation through meditation and mindfulness practices. The people of Strandburg continue to support these churches through attendance and donations, strengthening their ties with one another and creating a vibrant sense of community throughout the town.
59.6% of the people in Strandburg are religious:
- 1.0% are Baptist
- 0.2% are Episcopalian
- 21.6% are Catholic
- 25.1% are Lutheran
- 9.0% are Methodist
- 0.7% are Pentecostal
- 0.5% are Presbyterian
- 0.0% are Church of Jesus Christ
- 1.4% are another Christian faith
- 0.0% are Judaism
- 0.0% are an eastern faith
- 0.0% affilitates with Islam
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According to some estimates, there are roughly 4,200 religions in the world.