New Mexico is a culturally diverse state that is home to many different religious congregations. From the oldest chapel in Ohkay Owingeh Pueblo to the imposing San Miguel Mission in Santa Fe, churches of all denominations are represented throughout New Mexico. Many of these churches have been around for centuries, serving as beacons of faith and peace in small towns and rural areas across the state. In addition to providing spiritual guidance, these churches also play an important role in the local community by organizing events such as fundraisers, music performances, community meetings, and more. By visiting some of these traditional places of worship, visitors to New Mexico can gain a unique insight into the culture and history of the region.
51.2% of the people in New Mexico are religious:
- 5.8% are Baptist
- 0.5% are Episcopalian
- 29.1% are Catholic
- 0.7% are Lutheran
- 1.9% are Methodist
- 2.0% are Pentecostal
- 1.0% are Presbyterian
- 3.4% are Church of Jesus Christ
- 5.6% are another Christian faith
- 0.2% are Judaism
- 0.5% 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.