South Dakota State is home to many religious congregations. There is a wide variety of denominations and faiths represented throughout the state including Baptists, Catholics, Lutherans, Methodists, Presbyterians, Episcopalians and many others. People of all ages and backgrounds are welcome in these churches, which provide spiritual guidance and community support through regular services, bible studies, youth groups and other activities. Additionally, these churches often provide social events such as dinners or concerts that bring members together for fellowship. South Dakota churches strive to foster an atmosphere of inclusivity and understanding so that everyone can feel welcome regardless of background or belief.
59.6% of the people in South Dakota are religious:
- 2.4% are Baptist
- 1.2% are Episcopalian
- 18.4% are Catholic
- 19.6% are Lutheran
- 4.9% are Methodist
- 1.3% are Pentecostal
- 4.8% are Presbyterian
- 1.2% are Church of Jesus Christ
- 4.6% are another Christian faith
- 0.0% are Judaism
- 0.0% are an eastern faith
- 0.2% affilitates with Islam
DID YOU KNOW
According to some estimates, there are roughly 4,200 religions in the world.