Religion
In the early years of the burgh, Ayr's parish church was St John the Baptist. Today, Ayr has many churches of different denominations.
The Church of Scotland is the main denomination in Ayr, with nine churches spread throughout the town. The Roman Catholic Church has two churches, and the Diocese of Galloway Cathedral is in Ayr, St. Margaret's Cathedral. Previously there were three Roman Catholic churches. However, the Good Shepherd Cathedral closed in 2007. Baptist Church has one church located in Ayr i.e. Ayr Baptist. Riverside Church is a popular and modern evangelical church with Brethren roots, located in John Street in Ayr. The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints has a church located in Ayr, at Orchard Ave and Mossgiel Rd.
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