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How Many Catholics Are There in the World? The Catholic Church Reaches a Record of 1,422 Billion. These Are the Data from the 2026 Pontifical Yearbook
March 30, 2026
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The most recent data, corresponding to 2024, indicates that the number of clergy worldwide totals 465,048, with 5,525 Bishops, 407,421 priests, and 52,102 permanent deacons. The number of priests worldwide increased by 425, rising from 406,996 in 2023 to 407,421 in 2024. The post How Many Catholics Are There in the World? The Catholic Church Reaches a Record of 1,422 Billion.
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