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He said Mass at our reunion, and classmates of all denominations attended and were inspired by his homily.

From The Wall Street Journal Jul. 8, 2026

Catholicism is now listed under a single designation under Christianity without similar distinctions of their denominations.

From Salon Jun. 6, 2026

Many more leave the faith than adopt it, at rates that far exceed other Christian denominations.

From Los Angeles Times Apr. 14, 2026

The wider family, whose aristocratic ancestors can be traced to Norman times, had members belonging to various Christian denominations and at least one who was Jewish during Victorian times.

From BBC Feb. 15, 2026

At the other end of the spectrum, the Refined tended toward the more formalized ritual, setting up black churches within traditionally white denominations.

From "A Few Red Drops: The Chicago Race Riot of 1919" by Claire Hartfield