Greenwood County, South Carolina is home to numerous churches that serve the religious needs of its people. These congregations range from small independent Baptist and Pentecostal churches to larger Protestant, Catholic and non-denominational establishments. Many of these churches have been located in the area for generations and provide spiritual guidance for families, as well as a place of respite for visitors. The religious landscape in Greenwood County is varied and diverse, allowing individuals to choose the church that best meets their spiritual needs. The local churches offer worship services as well as support ministries such as Bible study groups, youth programs, and community outreach efforts. In addition to providing spiritual nourishment, many of the churches also work together with local organizations to promote social justice and serve those in need within the community.
62.9% of the people in Greenwood County are religious:
- 29.6% are Baptist
- 0.7% are Episcopalian
- 2.9% are Catholic
- 0.6% are Lutheran
- 13.0% are Methodist
- 5.9% are Pentecostal
- 4.0% are Presbyterian
- 1.0% are Church of Jesus Christ
- 5.2% 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.