Infographic: How many Catholics are there in the world?

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Global Catholic Church: Statistical Infographic The Global Catholic Church A Statistical Snapshot of Trends & Demographics (End of 2023) Global Overview: The Big Picture The Catholic Church maintains a significant global presence. Understanding its total membership, proportion of the world population, and recent growth provides a foundational perspective on its scale. The latest figures from the Vatican offer a comprehensive look at these key metrics. 1.406B Baptized Catholics Worldwide This figure marks an increase from 1.39 billion in 2022, representing…

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