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There's a reason South Carolina is called the buckle of the Bible Belt. Expect to answer this question shortly after being introduced: "And where do you go to church?" Southern Baptists dominate, but there are plenty of other Christian variations, including Roman Catholics, Anglicans and Protestant denominations that include United Methodists, Lutherans, Presbyterians, Episcopalians, African Methodist Episcopalians, Pentecostals and others.
There are strong communities of faith among Jews, Muslims, Hindus and Buddhists. Diversity is respected and there is a strong streak of ecumenism.
Wednesday night is church night. Many congregants enjoy a good meal, religious programs and fellowship on this mid-week evening. Ignore that old saw about politics and religion. In South Carolina, people love to share their opinions about the two subjects, which are often entwined.
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