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Emblem of the Holy See
Catholic Church
Ecclesia Catholica
Saint Peter's Basilica
St. Peter's Basilica in Vatican City, the largest Catholic church building in the world
ClassificationCatholic
ScriptureCatholic Bible
TheologyCatholic theology
PolityEpiscopal[1]
GovernanceHoly See and Roman Curia
PopeLeo XIV
Particular churches
sui iuris		24
Dioceses
Parishes221,700 approx.
RegionWorldwide
LanguageEcclesiastical Latin and native languages
LiturgyLatin and Eastern
HeadquartersVatican City
Founder
Origin1st century
Roman Empire[2][3]
Separations
Members
Clergy
Hospitals
Nursing homes16,000[6]
Primary schools95,200[7]
Secondary schools43,800
Official websitevatican.va