The nation with the best Catholic Mass attendance in the world could be Nigeria according to a new study published by the Center for Applied Research in the Apostolate (CARA).
Where in the world is Catholic Mass attendance highest?
Lifting dispensation is not enough to get Catholics back to in-person Mass
An understanding of the importance of the Eucharist is seen as key to some Catholics returning to in-person Mass for the first time in more than a year.
Bishop Kettler: An obligation rooted in love
“My hope is that we return as parish communities to the celebration of the Eucharist with great joy.”
How can we be more welcoming to young families?
Young families need the prayers and support of parishioners to successfully develop love for Mass in their children.
No Mass, no offertory: Parish, diocesan, national collections take a hit
“It’s a big hit, and it’s gonna hurt,” said Patrick Markey, executive director of the Diocesan Fiscal Management Conference, based in Phoenix.
Mass attendance: It’s down, again — but among whom?
Approximately every 10 years beginning in 1955, Gallup has reported a steady decline in the percentage of Catholics who report attending Mass regularly. From a high of 75 percent in 1955, the figure tailed to 46 percent in 1983-86, and reached an all-time low of 39 percent in 2014-17, according to the most recent survey issued in early April.