The Establishment of religions in The Bahamas

The Establishment of religions in The Bahamas

Multiple Choice

What is a denomination?

• a religion

• a group within a religion

• a pastor

• a country

Christian Denominations

• Most Bahamians practice the Christan religion.

• Christianity is split into many groups called denominations

• Some denominations in The Bahamas are Anglican, Baptist, Methodist, Catholic and Church of God

Multiple Choice

Which religion do Most Bahamian Practice

• Christianity

• Islam

• Rastafarianism

• Hinduism

The oldest Church

• After the Lucayans died the first settlers came here seeking religious freedom.

• They built Christ church on New Providence in 1670 - thats 350 years ago!

• The building was destroyed by the Spanish in 1684

• It was rebuilt by Governor Trott in 1695