Halifax, MA is home to many churches and religious congregations. One of the more prominent churches in Halifax is St. Mary's Church, which was established in 1771. The church offers both English and Portuguese services, reflecting the region’s strong Portuguese heritage. Other local churches include Central Congregational Church, First Baptist Church, Christ the King Lutheran Church, Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church, and Sacred Heart of Jesus Parish. Every year during the summer months, many of these churches participate in Halifax’s Summer Fair Days celebration which brings together thousands from all over to celebrate faith and community spirit. In addition to their traditional services throughout the week, many local churches offer special programs such as bible studies, youth groups, music ministries and mission trips that help build a stronger sense of community within Halifax.
42.9% of the people in Halifax (zip 02338) are religious:
- 0.8% are Baptist
- 1.2% are Episcopalian
- 34.0% are Catholic
- 0.6% are Lutheran
- 0.9% are Methodist
- 0.7% are Pentecostal
- 1.8% are Presbyterian
- 0.4% are Church of Jesus Christ
- 1.6% are another Christian faith
- 0.4% 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.