Portland, OR 97227 is home to a variety of religious congregations and organizations. Most denominations are represented including Christian, Jewish, Buddhist, Muslim, Hindu and Unitarian Universalist. Some of the most well-known churches in the area include First Congregational Church of Portland, St. Mary’s Catholic Church, Beit HaLev Synagogue and Reedwood Friends Meeting. Within the downtown area there are several community centers and spirituals offering prayer services and teachings from various faiths. Additionally, a number of organizations promote interfaith dialogue and provide resources for spiritual growth within the local community. Whether one is looking for a place to connect with their faith or learn more about other religions, Portland’s churches offer an array of opportunities for personal growth.
37.1% of the people in Portland (zip 97227) are religious:
- 1.5% are Baptist
- 0.7% are Episcopalian
- 16.3% are Catholic
- 1.4% are Lutheran
- 0.9% are Methodist
- 2.7% are Pentecostal
- 1.1% are Presbyterian
- 2.4% are Church of Jesus Christ
- 6.9% are another Christian faith
- 0.9% are Judaism
- 1.5% are an eastern faith
- 0.3% affilitates with Islam
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According to some estimates, there are roughly 4,200 religions in the world.