Which Christian churches are represented in the Czech Republic?

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The Czech Republic has no official religion, and a significant majority of the population claims no religious affiliation. However, several Christian denominations are represented in the country:12

  • Roman Catholicism: This is the largest religious group, with roughly one-tenth of the population identifying as adherents.1
  • Czechoslovak Hussite Church: Founded in 1920 by dissident Roman Catholic priests, this national church incorporates reforms inspired by the 15th-century reformer Jan Hus.31
  • Evangelical Church of Czech Brethren: Organized in 1918 through the union of Lutheran and Reformed churches, this is one of the most prominent Protestant denominations in the country.14
  • Eastern Orthodox: The Orthodox Church maintains congregations in the region, having established an autocephalous presence in the mid-20th century.15
  • Other Groups: The country is also home to various smaller Protestant sects and the Greek Catholic Church, which regained official status following the liberalization of the communist regime in 1968.15

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