The San Francisco-Oakland-Hayward, CA Metro Area has a variety of churches representing many different faiths and religious beliefs. These churches range from large, traditional congregations to small, independent ministries. Many of these churches have been in the area for generations, providing spiritual guidance and fellowship to local communities. There is also a growing number of contemporary Christian churches in the region that offer an open and inviting atmosphere for all who come to worship. In addition to traditional faith-based organizations, there are also several interfaith centers located in the region that serve as places of dialogue and understanding between different religions. During times of crisis or celebration, these churches serve as a beacon of hope to their communities.
38.6% of the people in San Francisco-Oakland-Berkeley Metro Area are religious:
- 2.3% are Baptist
- 0.6% are Episcopalian
- 21.9% are Catholic
- 0.6% are Lutheran
- 2.0% are Methodist
- 1.2% are Pentecostal
- 1.1% are Presbyterian
- 1.6% are Church of Jesus Christ
- 3.4% are another Christian faith
- 0.9% are Judaism
- 1.5% are an eastern faith
- 1.2% affilitates with Islam
DID YOU KNOW
According to some estimates, there are roughly 4,200 religions in the world.