Churches in Iowa

Churches in Iowa: a closer look

Iowa's church heritage centers on Lutheran (especially ELCA), Methodist, Catholic, and Reformed congregations, reflecting waves of German, Scandinavian, and Dutch immigration. The state has thousands of small-town churches at the heart of community life.

Whether you live in Des Moines or in a small town across the Midwest, there is almost certainly a church community within driving distance. We continuously update our directory from public sources, user submissions, and direct outreach to congregations — the goal is a complete and accurate map of every Christian church in Iowa.

Looking for a specific tradition? Use the “by denomination” sidebar to filter to Catholic, Baptist, Methodist, Lutheran, Presbyterian, or non-denominational congregations in Iowa.