Catholic Church.
largest Christian Church, made up of 24 autonomous Churches in communion with the Pope, part of the Latin Church aka Latin Christianity a.k.a. western Christianity
Nigerian Bishops Announce Nationwide 2027 Election Prayers
Across Nigeria, Catholic bishops and Muslim and Christian communities are organizing prayers and fasting for peaceful, credible 2027 elections, urging citizens and leaders to reject violence and promote responsible governance. Separately, Manipur’s chief minister appealed to church leaders, teachers and students to foster peace and harmony amid continued unrest in the hill districts.
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About Catholic Church
The Catholic Church, also called the Roman Catholic Church, is the largest Christian church, with an estimated 1.28 to 1.41 billion baptized members worldwide as of 2026. It consists of 24 autonomous churches. The largest one of these churches is the Latin Church. Besides it, there are 23 smaller Eastern Catholic Churches. Together, the Latin Church and Eastern Catholic churches are organized into nearly 3,500 dioceses and eparchies governed by bishops. Throughout history, the church has had a large role in the development of Western civilization. Catholic communities are present worldwide through missions, immigration, and conversions. The majority of Catholics live in the Global South, reflecting rapid demographic growth in Africa, Asia, and Latin America, as well as secularization in parts of Europe and North America.
Everything about Catholic Church →- Country
- Vatican City
- Headquarters
- Vatican City
- Inception
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- Website
- https://vatican.va
