402,694 people left Germany's Catholic Church in 2023, leading to financial challenges and austerity measures.
402,694 people left Germany's Catholic Church in 2023, marking a slight decrease from the previous year's record. Church membership impacts tax payments, as members who leave no longer contribute to the church tax. This trend has led to financial challenges for churches, prompting austerity measures and merging of parishes.
June 30, 2024
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