
Seattle Archdiocese Says Parishes Must Merge Due to Decline in Number of Catholics
Despite a growing overall population in western Washington, the number of practicing Catholics continues to decline, the archdiocese said in a statement.
Despite a growing overall population in western Washington, the number of practicing Catholics continues to decline, the archdiocese said in a statement.
Church membership in the U.S. fell below 50% for the first time ever — what are the factors in play, and what does it mean for the Church going forward?
According to the NCEA, there are 4,812 Catholic elementary schools and 1,169 Catholic secondary schools nationwide, which collectively serve more than 1.6 million students.
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