Religion news in Portugal

Population with no religion has more than doubled in Portugal, but 80% remains Catholic

Census data reveals a significant increase in the non-religious population, although the majority of Portuguese people still identify as Catholic.

Population with no religion has more than doubled in Portugal, but 80% remains Catholic

Data shows a significant increase in the non-religious segment of the Portuguese population, although Catholicism still accounts for the vast majority of the public.

Mapping Religion in Portugal

An analysis or overview of the religious landscape and demographics within Portugal.

Sete Margens28 Oct

Publications: The work "An Atlas of Religion in Portugal" will be presented at UCP

The book “An Atlas of Religion in Portugal” is set to have its official presentation at the Catholic University of Portugal.

Agência ECCLESIA28 Oct

Religions/Portugal: New study highlights a 'social regime of valuing diversity'

A study explores how Portugal integrates religious diversity within its current social framework.

Agência ECCLESIA28 Oct

Portugal: 'Atlas of Religion' reveals contrasts between the North, South, and autonomous regions

The 'Atlas of Religion' highlights distinct religious trends and demographic variations across different regions of Portugal.

Agência ECCLESIA28 Oct

Portugal: Catholics make up 80.2% of the population in an increasingly pluralistic country

The percentage of Catholics in Portugal is 80.2%, reflecting a shift towards greater religious and social diversity within the nation.

Agência ECCLESIA28 Oct

Church: Focolare Movement celebrates six decades of presence in Portugal

The Focolare Movement marks its 60th anniversary of activity within the Portuguese territory.

Agencia Ecclesia22 Oct

Fatima, Portugal: Why One of Christianity’s Holiest Cities is Named After a Muslim Woman

AD Middle East21 Oct

D. Rui Valério has reinforced conviction regarding the Pope's visit to Portugal

Bishop Rui Valério expresses increased certainty about the upcoming papal visit to Portugal.

Vatican News21 Oct

Dear Bruno Nogueira, imagine yourself a believer for a moment

Defending silence in the face of a desecration broadcast during prime time can be interpreted as accepting its normalisation.

Pluralism or attack?

The principle of secularism is not meant to exclude, but rather to welcome all citizens, regardless of their religion

"The Pope is a reference for us": faithful gather in Lisbon to pray for the recovery of Leo XIV

Hundreds of faithful participated, on Wednesday night, in a prayer vigil in Lisbon for the health of Pope Leo XIV. The ceremony, presided over by the Patriarch of Lisbon, D. Rui Valério, took place one day after the Supreme Pontiff underwent lung surgery.

“It is through concrete gestures that peace can start to gain ground”: 100,000 pilgrims in Fátima

A crowd of the faithful filled the Sanctuary of Fátima at a time when the Pope is facing cancer.

Pilgrims pray for the Pope's health

The Archbishop of Braga, who presided over the October 13th Pilgrimage at the Sanctuary of Fátima, invited the world to pray for Leão XIV.

Pope Leo XIV's health. Fatima pilgrims invited to pray

Pilgrims at Fatima prayed tonight for the Pope's health. The Archbishop of Braga, who is presiding over the October Pilgrimage, called for more intense and profound prayer for Leo XIV.

Rector of Fatima maintains optimism regarding Leão XIV's visit

Carlos Cabecinhas says he maintains a “deep conviction” of a papal visit in 2027, despite Leão XIV being hospitalised this Tuesday for the removal of a lung nodule.

Collaborative secularism

A non-confessional (or secular) state is not, and cannot be, a state hostile to religion, or even indifferent to the role it plays in people's lives, in society, and in culture.

Pilgrimage certificate launched at the Sanctuary of Fatima

The Sanctuary of Fatima is responding to repeated requests with an official certificate for those who make the journey on foot. The launch coincides with the international pilgrimage in October.

"The world should not be divided" between religion and science

An academic and scientist in the field of Theoretical Physics proposes areas of dialogue between the two sides in a new book.

Fátima and the cancel culture

A work gains an existence that transcends the biography of its creator. It integrates into the memory of a community and can help someone pray.

Pope to visit Portugal in May 2027

Leo XIV will mark the 110th anniversary of the Apparitions and the 500th anniversary of the creation of the Apostolic Nunciature in Lisbon in our country.

Seguro received by Pope Leo XIV at the Vatican on Thursday

In May, António José Seguro formally invited Pope Leo XIV to visit Portugal in 2027, on the occasion of the 110th anniversary of Fátima and marking 500 years since the formalisation of the apostolic nunciature in Portugal.

Church/Portugal: 'The best school' for priests and bishops is 'parish experience' – Bishop Vitorino Soares

Bishop Vitorino Soares states that parish experience is the most valuable training for priests and bishops.

Agência ECCLESIA19 Sept

Artist of the Fátima Basilica accused of abuse, but the Portuguese Church prefers silence

Portuguese bishops do not intend to remove or cover the mosaic at the Sanctuary of Fátima created by Father Marko Rupnik, who is accused of abusing dozens of women. On Expresso da Manhã, Paulo Baldaia speaks with Filipe d’Avillez, an expert on religious affairs.

Catholic Mass in Carvoeiro

Home Community Catholic Mass in Carvoeiro Catholic Mass in Carvoeiro Come and celebrate Catholic Mass in English on Sunday 20 September at 4 pm in Carvoeiro at the chapel on the cliffs, Nossa Senhora de Encarnação \[Our Lady of the Incarnation\].

Francisco took Jesus off the Cross

Saint Francis of Assis died 800 years ago. On October 4th, the world will remember one of the most important saints and theologians in the history of the Catholic Church, but above all, a revolutionary who changed how we think, judge, and feel. He took Jesus off the Cross, lived his teachings, mingled with the poor, and invented sweetness as a way to reach others and God. He was the first ecologist before the word existed, influenced artists, anticipated the Renaissance, and laid the foundations for modern cooperativism and the Social Economy. The article also highlights the role of Fernando Bulhões, known as Saint Anthony, as the primary ideologue of Francis's doctrine, noting that Portugal was a fertile ground for Franciscan ideals. Celebrating Saint Francis is described as urgent in today's individualistic times.

Pope invited to visit Portugal

Leão XIV received the presidency of the Portuguese Episcopal Conference.

Evangelical Pentecostals give votes to Chega and receive political power to impose their agenda

What is the true influence of Pentecostal and Evangelical churches on politics in Portugal? Despite distancing themselves from the Conservative Women movement, these groups are large and provide significant votes.