Harlan County, Kentucky is home to several religious congregations of various denominations. These churches provide spiritual guidance and fellowship for the local community and can be found in nearly every town in the county. Many of these churches have served Harlan County for generations and are deeply rooted in the region’s long history. In addition to weekly services, many of the congregations host special events such as picnics, holiday gatherings, and concerts throughout the year that bring members together. Through their faithful leadership and commitment to fostering a strong sense of community, these churches help to make Harlan County a wonderful place to live.
50.5% of the people in Harlan County are religious:
- 31.1% are Baptist
- 0.2% are Episcopalian
- 0.7% are Catholic
- 0.0% are Lutheran
- 4.1% are Methodist
- 7.7% are Pentecostal
- 0.3% are Presbyterian
- 0.5% are Church of Jesus Christ
- 5.9% 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.