In Oklahoma State, there is a large and diverse range of local religious congregations. From the state's largest cities to its smallest towns, one can find an array of churches, synagogues, mosques, and other places of worship to choose from. Most major religions are represented in some form or another, such as the Catholic Church, Southern Baptist Convention, United Methodist Church, Presbyterian Church (USA), Episcopal Church in the United States of America, Jewish Orthodox Congregations of America, Greek Orthodox Diocese of America, and various other denominations. The variety allows for individuals to find a place that meets their spiritual needs and encourages their growth through positive influence. In addition to attending services at one of these places of worship, many people also take part in various religious activities throughout the year like Bible studies and mission trips. Oklahoma has a long history with regards to faith-based organizations that serve as important pillars for its citizens as they strive to better themselves and their communities.
60.6% of the people in Oklahoma are religious:
- 26.0% are Baptist
- 0.4% are Episcopalian
- 4.9% are Catholic
- 0.8% are Lutheran
- 9.2% are Methodist
- 3.6% are Pentecostal
- 1.0% are Presbyterian
- 1.3% are Church of Jesus Christ
- 12.3% are another Christian faith
- 0.1% are Judaism
- 0.4% are an eastern faith
- 0.2% affilitates with Islam
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According to some estimates, there are roughly 4,200 religions in the world.