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Catholic Church
The Roman Catholic Church is the largest church within Christianity.
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Where does artwork go when churches shut down?
Many German churches are closing due to dropping membership. But what happens to art, including unique stained glass?
Christians celebrate distanced Easter
The coronavirus pandemic forced Easter Sunday church services to move online because of social distancing regulations.
Renegade in a Cassock - Father Ángel and His Open Church
Many Spaniards perceive the Catholic Church as old-fashioned.
Churches overcoming coronavirus isolation
With Germany in lockdown, pastors and priests are looking for ways to reach the country's 3 million regular worshippers.
French Cardinal Barbarin resigns over abuse cover-up
The cardinal has been accused of protecting a pedophile priest who molested dozens of boy scouts.
German women demand more sway in Catholic Church
A petition with over 130,000 signatures is demanding a greater role for women in Germany's Catholic Church as clergy
An important step
Christoph Strack
Opening the Vatican's archives from the era of Pope Pius XII is the right move, says DW's Christoph Strack.
The Pope's lip service on progress
Christoph Strack
Pope Francis is reluctant to institute the reforms hoped for in Europe and North America, DW's Christoph Strack writes.
Cardinal Marx to step down as leading German Catholic
Pope Benedict elevated him to the cardinalate in 2010 and Marx says it is time to step aside for someone younger.
Conflict Zone - Confronting the Powerful
Can the Catholic Church finally confront child sexual abuse? DW speaks to a leading church expert on abuse.
France: Cardinal cleared of shielding suspected pedophile
Last year Philippe Barbarin was convicted for failing to report alleged sex abuse by a priest in his diocese.
German Catholics demand changes
The Catholic Church in Germany has begun a process of reform prompted in part by child abuse scandals.
The retired pope?
Christoph Strack
When he resigned in 2013, Pope Benedict XVI promised to "live hidden from the world" — but he won't remain silent.
Pope apologizes for slapping woman's hand
Pope Francis described violence against women as "a blasphemy against God."
Mexican Catholic institute admits 175 case of child abuse
The Vatican only took action against Mexico's Legionaries of Christ order in 2006, ignoring child abuse claims for years
Pope abolishes secrecy laws for clergy sex abuse cases
The reform removes a major hurdle that served to silence victims and prevent police from investigating clergy sex abuse.
Why has the Catholic Church taken so long to address abuse?
Can the Catholic Church finally confront child sexual abuse? DW speaks to a leading church expert on abuse.
Hans Zollner on Conflict Zone
Can the Catholic Church finally confront child sexual abuse? DW speaks to a leading church expert on abuse.
Teen pregnancy in the Philippines
Limited access to sex education and family planning contribute to high rates of teen pregnancy.
Brazil: Will priests be permitted to marry?
Catholics in Brazil are calling for the Catholic Church to abolish the celibacy requirement
Priests given 40-year sentences for sexual abuse
Two priests convicted of sexually abusing deaf children have been sentenced to at least 40 years in prison.
Pope Francis in Japan: Catholic Church pins high hopes
Catholics in Japan hope Pope Francis' visit to the Asian country will breathe new life into the community.
Pope reaches out to Catholics in Asia
The head of the Catholic Church's visits to Nagasaki and Hiroshima will be especially closely watched.
Germany's Protestant Church sets up council on sexual abuse
Germany's Protestant Church is setting up an independent council to improve its efforts to tackle sexual abuse.
French Catholic Church to compensate abuse victims
French bishops had been slow to recognize the church's complicity in decades of sexual abuse.
'Climate of fear' worsens in Burundi
The Catholic Church has accused the government of violently persecuting opponents.
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Germany's Catholic Church struggles with women
Germany's bishops are under pressure from women to reform the church and from the Vatican to put on the brakes.
German Protestant Church to send ship to Mediterranean
The Protestant Church is calling for a political solution to the migration crisis in Europe.
Pope 'not afraid' of schism with US Catholics
The pope has responded to attacks from conservative Catholics over his stance on social issues and climate change.
Sarajevo hosts landmark gay pride parade
The capital of Bosnia-Herzegovina has held its first ever gay pride event amid heavy security.
One Christian religion, two contrasting worlds
Are churches dying out or thriving like never before? At a Religions for Peace World Assembly, it depends who you ask.
Cardinal Pell loses appeal against child sex convictions
An Australian court dismissed the former Vatican treasurer's appeal to have his convictions overturned.
Flood of child sex abuse lawsuits in NY
The Catholic Church, the Boy Scouts, schools and hospitals are expected to be hit by hundreds of lawsuits.
Polish protesters condemn anti-LGBT attack
Left-wing parties have held a rally in the Polish city of Bialystok against homophobia.
Mariendonk Abbey: A dearth of nuns
Without an influx of young novices, the future of Mariendonk Abbey looks uncertain.
German priest preaches predator priest forgiveness
The cleric complained about the fact that priests accused of sexual abuse were often referred to as "criminals."
Putin meets Pope Francis
Russia's president meets with the Pope in the Vatican, leading to speculation of a possible papal visit to Moscow.
Catholic Church open to married priests in Amazon
A historic shift in policy could pave the way for married men to preach in remote areas where clergy are scarce.
Catholic bishops approve hotline for sexual abuse victims
In the wake of various scandals, the church has made the move as it looks for a way of providing assistance to victims.
Catholic Church rejects gender identity theory
In a document aimed at Catholic schools, the Church has rejected the idea that gender identity can be fluid or chosen.
Pope says abortion like hiring a 'hit man'
German officials have condemned rhetoric like that of the pope as "absolutely unacceptable."
Polish pedophile priest film stirs debate
A newly released documentary about children who were sexually abused by Polish priests has shaken the country.
Germany presents first female cathedral stewards
German women are demanding more rights in the Catholic Church — and taking on new roles in the Cologne. A coincidence?
US Catholic abuse victims to sue Vatican
They aim to force the Catholic Church to release details on thousands of priests involved in alleged abuse cases.
Catholics in Colombo attend first Sunday Mass since attacks
Two weeks after a string of bombings, Sri Lankan Catholics have attended their first regular Sunday mass.
Furor in Poland over 'rainbow madonna'
An activist adorned an icon of the Virgin Mary's halo with the LGBT rainbow colors — and is now facing charges.
Pope issues sweeping new sex abuse law
The groundbreaking new law requires clergy to report suspected cases of child sexual abuse to their superiors
Pope Francis visits Bulgaria, North Macedonia
Orthodox Bulgaria is not on the best of terms with Rome, likely making the pope's visit a delicate affair.
German churches could lose half their members
Germany's Catholic and Protestant churches may lose half their members by 2060, according to a study.
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