Bedford, VA is a small town located in the foothills of Virginia's Blue Ridge Mountains. Home to just over 6,500 people, Bedford is known for its strong sense of community and vibrant culture. This is particularly evident in the variety of religious congregations that call Bedford home. Many denominations are represented here, including Baptist, Methodist, Episcopal, Presbyterian, Lutheran, Pentecostal, and non-denominational churches. These churches provide spiritual guidance to their members as well as a place for them to connect with others who share their faith. Additionally, the churches provide events and activities throughout the year which further strengthen the bonds between those who belong. From weekly Sunday services to potluck dinners and bible study groups, Bedford's churches are an integral part of the local community.
44.4% of the people in Bedford are religious:
- 20.8% are Baptist
- 0.8% are Episcopalian
- 2.9% are Catholic
- 0.0% are Lutheran
- 6.9% are Methodist
- 0.8% are Pentecostal
- 1.1% are Presbyterian
- 0.4% are Church of Jesus Christ
- 10.8% 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.