Latin Rite
Complete Religious Profile & Analysis
1.2 billion
Global Adherents
6
Primary Regions
1st century CE
Founded
Core Beliefs
1
Catholic faith and morals
2
Seven sacraments
Practices and Traditions
1
Roman Missal
2
Parish life
Historical Background
Largest sui iuris church within Catholic communion.
Compatibility Notes
For those drawn to Roman liturgy and global Catholic life.
Distinctive Characteristics
Western Catholic tradition emphasizing Roman liturgy, papal authority, and sacramental theology.
Geographic Distribution
GlobalLatin AmericaEuropeAfricaAsiaNorth America