Lafayette, Louisiana is home to a diverse and vibrant religious community. Located in the heart of Lafayette Parish, many churches of different denominations are present in the area, offering worship services and ministry opportunities for members of the local community. From the traditional Catholic Church to evangelical congregations, from small non-denominational house churches to larger megachurches, there is a church to meet every spiritual need in Lafayette Parish. Each church provides a unique atmosphere for its members and visitors alike. Whether it’s large choir performances or intimate bible studies, modern praise music or ancient hymns, everyone can find a place of worship that resonates with them in Lafayette Parish.
78.6% of the people in Lafayette County are religious:
- 17.8% are Baptist
- 0.6% are Episcopalian
- 46.4% are Catholic
- 0.3% are Lutheran
- 3.2% are Methodist
- 3.6% are Pentecostal
- 0.2% are Presbyterian
- 0.6% are Church of Jesus Christ
- 5.6% are another Christian faith
- 0.1% are Judaism
- 0.0% are an eastern faith
- 0.1% affilitates with Islam
DID YOU KNOW
According to some estimates, there are roughly 4,200 religions in the world.