The Bangor, ME Metro Area is home to a wide variety of religious congregations ranging from large Christian churches to smaller independent ministries. Many of these churches offer weekly services as well as special events throughout the year. The area also has multiple non-denominational and interfaith ministries that serve the community. These churches have been part of the community for many years and provide important support and guidance to individuals and families. The church community plays an important role in fostering spiritual growth and connecting people with shared beliefs. Local organizations such as churches provide a sense of kinship, belonging, and connection within a larger community.
24.2% of the people in Bangor Metro Area are religious:
- 1.2% are Baptist
- 0.4% are Episcopalian
- 11.0% are Catholic
- 0.2% are Lutheran
- 3.1% are Methodist
- 1.0% are Pentecostal
- 1.8% are Presbyterian
- 1.1% are Church of Jesus Christ
- 3.6% are another Christian faith
- 0.5% are Judaism
- 0.1% 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.