Residents of Goodrich, Michigan slightly less religious than those of the average Michigan city or village, according to a recent survey.
Fewer than thirty-nine percent of respondents in Goodrich claimed affiliation with a religion, while nearly forty-two percent of Michiganders were religious, and the nationwide average was more than forty-nine percent.
The most common religion in Goodrich, according to the survey, was Catholicism, by far. The Catholics were followed distantly by the Baptists, Lutherans, Methodists, Pentecostals, and Muslims, and more distantly by the Presbyterians, Mormons, and Episcopalians, although seven percent cites affiliation with Protestant Christian denominations that were not part of the survey, or with various non-denominational Protestant churches. Various Eastern religions claimed 0.8%, and Judaism claimed 0.2%.
The focus of this guide is on faith, religion, and spirituality in Goodrich, Michigan. Online resources representing places of worship or ministries within the village are appropriate topics for this guide, regardless of the particular religion, denomination, or sect.
Recommended Resources
The congregation meets on Sundays for worship services, Bible studies, and fellowship, according to a schedule which is posted here, along with a calendar of events, a statement of beliefs and practices, and an introduction to the church's pastor. Special events are highlighted on the site, which includes a map showing its location, the address, telephone number, email address, and a contact form. Announcements are posted on the site, and counseling sessions are available on request.
http://www.christluth.org/
Family Community Church of the Nazarene
An introduction to the pastor and a brief history of the Nazarene congregation in Goodrich, Michigan is put forth, along with a statement of beliefs, links to additional resources about the denomination, and leadership contacts. An overview of what to expect during a visit to the church is given, including service times, directions, and a photographic tour of the building and its group ministries are highlighted. Prayer requests can be submitted, and contributions made online.
https://www.familynaz.org/
First Baptist Church of Goodrich
Situated on twelve acres in Goodrich, Michigan, the congregation opened its doors to the public in 1976. A brief account of the history of the church is provided, and an introduction to its Sunday School, Sunday worship services, and Wednesday evening Bible study is provided, with a calendar of upcoming programs and events. The congregation's pastor is introduced, and the church's address, a map, telephone number, email address, and a contact form are available. Contributions may be made online.
https://www.fbcgoodrich.com/
Goodrich United Methodist Church
Methodist circuit riders were holding class meetings in homes and schools throughout Atlas Township as early as 1836, and in 1844 a class of twelve members began holding meetings at the schoolhouse in Goodrich, organizing the Goodrich Methodist Episcopal Church, and supporting its own resident pastor by 1920. The history of the UMC congregation is told, and its service schedules, staff contacts, and a calendar of events are posted, along with building use policies.
https://www.goodrichumc.org/
Affiliated with the Brethren in Christ, a denomination with roots in Anabaptism, Pietism, Wesleyanism, and Evangelicalism, the congregation serves the Goodrich, Michigan community. The history of the local church and denomination is told, and a statement of beliefs is presented, including an introduction to its staff, ministry partners, and ministries. A calendar of events, service schedules, directions, weekly messages, and ministry opportunities are displayed.
https://www.lakeviewlife.org/
