Catholic Church

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Catholic Church

The Catholic Church is the world's largest Christian denomination, with over 1.3 billion baptized members globally. It is organized as a communion of 24 autonomous churches, led by the Pope from the Vatican. As one of the oldest and most significant international institutions, it has profoundly influenced Western civilization for two millennia.

The Church's notable global presence is maintained through nearly 3,500 dioceses and its extensive social, educational, and charitable works worldwide. Its hierarchical structure, with bishops overseeing local churches and the Pope serving as the supreme spiritual leader, represents one of the most recognizable religious governance systems.

Recently, the Catholic Church has appeared in news coverage for multiple reasons. These include the Pope's public statements on social issues such as migrant treatment, local parish anniversaries and renovations, and coverage of affiliated institutions. Daily liturgical readings and activities of Catholic organizations also regularly feature in faith-based and local media reporting.

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