Europe

France

The 'eldest daughter of the Church' — the nation of Lourdes, Chartres, and the Paris Foreign Missions — France is now one of Western Europe's most secular societies, yet its Catholic roots run so deep they still shape the national soul.

France
St. Joan of Arc, St. Thérèse of Lisieux (Doctor), St. Bernadette Soubirous, St. Louis IX, St. Vincent de Paul
France
Assumption of Mary (Aug 15) — National Holiday; All Saints Day (Nov 1) — National Holiday; Feast of Joan of Arc (2nd Sunday of May)
Catholic Population:
38 million
Percent Catholic:
58%
Church Status
Under Pressure
Primary Diocese:
Archdiocese of Paris

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