The religious statistics in Panama aren’t for certain, but Ofelia believes that a majority of the people in Panama claim to be Roman Catholic. Ofelia was raised in a Roman Catholic atmosphere, but she doesn’t really seem to affiliate with her families religious roots. The religious atmosphere in Panama does not discriminate when it comes to social class either. Many members from lower to upper class share the same religion and at times the same religious establishments for worship. Even with such tension in many aspects of Panama, Ofelia enjoys the idea of this kind of social collaboration.
The government really holds little focus on worship in Panama. Many other aspects seem to be oppressed in everyday life, but the government keeps under regulation and stays out of the regulating religious practice. When it comes to places of worship, Panama shares similar taste with the United States. There are still many Roman Catholic churches in Panama along with other churches with denominations in the christian religion, but not as prevalent as the Roman Catholic churches.
When it comes to a theme that people can agree on, religion hits that base. Of course, Ofelia sees discrimination where ever she goes, but it makes its easier being able to see people agree on something important. From my understanding, it makes the idea of the community stronger in certain aspects and gives people a sense of union. It may be a conventional religion, but there is not a conventional impact it has on communities all over the world.
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