Catholic Church in France

The Catholic Church in France is part of the worldwide Catholic Church, under the spiritual leadership of the Pope and curia in Rome.

Related Topics:
France - Catholic Church - Pope - Curia - Rome

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There are an estimated 45 million baptised Catholics in France, (77% of the population), in 98 dioceses, served by 23,000 priests. However, according to a 2003 poll, the numbers of believing and practicing Catholics are much lower.

Related Topics:
Diocese - Priest

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