Europe

Italy

As the seat of the Holy See and homeland of the papacy, Italy occupies a singular position in global Catholicism. Despite high nominal Catholic identity, regular Mass attendance has fallen sharply, and the Church grapples with secularization in urban centers while maintaining deep cultural roots.

Italy
St. Francis of Assisi, St. Catherine of Siena, Padre Pio, St. Philip Neri
Italy
June 29 (Sts. Peter and Paul — national holiday in Rome), August 15 (Assumption), December 8 (Immaculate Conception)
Catholic Population:
49 million
Percent Catholic:
83%
Church Status
Under Pressure
Primary Diocese:
Diocese of Rome

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