A congregation in Vantaa has come to a rare decision: Easter night mass only with a ticket
Rekola Parish in Vantaa will hold its Easter night service this year by allowing entry only with a ticket, distributing free tickets to ensure safety and manage attendance.
Churches Speak of a Quiet Return of Young People to Faith. Statistics Show a Different Picture
A study by the British Bible Society indicates a significant increase in church attendance among young adults in Britain, despite conflicting official statistics.
Let’s talk about Bavaria with Sister Doris Engelhard: 'We have beer with every meal all year round, except for breakfast'
Sister Doris Engelhard, the only brewing nun in Germany, discusses the decline in beer consumption and church attendance in Bavaria, highlighting her unique position at a time of uncertainty for both industries.
Finnish Bishop / Masses are full, we have to rent churches from Lutherans. Many people come to the church because they need a family
Finnish Bishop Raimo Goyarrola highlights the growing interest in Catholicism amid increasing attendance in a context where the Catholic Church represents a small minority.
Turnaround in the West: Generation Z Leads the Return to Church and Faith
Recent studies indicate that contrary to a prevailing perception of secularization in the West, Generation Z is leading a resurgence in church attendance and religious faith.
Mons. Eterović at the premiere of the film ‘Silent Power’: ‘I worked according to my conscience, for the Church and the Croatian people’
The premiere of the documentary film ‘Silent Power’ on Archbishop Nikola Eterović took place in Zagreb with the attendance of notable figures and a focus on his contributions to the Church and Croatian diplomacy.
Is it necessary to go to church on Ash Wednesday? There is an important 'but'
Ash Wednesday is a significant day in the Catholic calendar, marking the beginning of Lent, and while traditional practices emphasize fasting and abstinence, attendance at church is not mandated.
Is Being Late to Church a Sin? Not in Every Case
The article discusses whether arriving late to church is considered a sin according to Canon Law, noting that there are exceptions to the rule.
Catholic conference shatters attendance records as 26,000 young people flock to faith event
The SEEK 2026 Catholic conference gathered over 26,000 young attendees across three U.S. cities, marking a significant increase in participation and highlighting the ongoing vitality of the Catholic Church.
Faith and Religion: Against the Trend: A New Protestant Church Opens in Bayreuth
A new Protestant church is inaugurated in the Laineck district of Bayreuth, defying the trend of declining church attendance and financial constraints affecting many congregations in Bavaria.