New Castle County in Delaware is home to a diverse array of religious congregations representing an array of denominations. Churches from the Catholic, Lutheran, and Episcopal faiths are most prevalent in the area. Other smaller denominations such as Baptist, Methodist, and other non-denominational organizations can also be found in the county. These churches have become important social and spiritual centers for many local residents. They provide invaluable services for their members and the community at large, including fellowship opportunities, bible study groups, youth programs, music ministries, counseling services, and more. The presence of these congregations has helped to create a strong sense of shared values and faith among members of New Castle County’s community.
46.9% of the people in New Castle County are religious:
- 2.2% are Baptist
- 1.4% are Episcopalian
- 26.1% are Catholic
- 1.1% are Lutheran
- 5.4% are Methodist
- 0.7% are Pentecostal
- 2.1% are Presbyterian
- 0.5% are Church of Jesus Christ
- 3.7% are another Christian faith
- 0.7% are Judaism
- 1.5% are an eastern faith
- 1.3% affilitates with Islam
DID YOU KNOW
According to some estimates, there are roughly 4,200 religions in the world.