The Directory of International Associations of the Faithful , initially published in by the Dicastery for the Laity, Family and Life , lists the international associations of the faithful in the Catholic Church that have been granted official recognition. Recognition of similar national associations as Catholic is granted by the country's Episcopal Conference , and it is for the local bishop to grant recognition to local associations.
The following is a list of the international associations that have received recognition, according to the Vatican website, which provides linked descriptions of each organization.
Although not yet included in the latest available edition of the Directory, the Neocatechumenal Way received its definitive approval from the Pontifical Council for the Laity on 11 May Contents move to sidebar hide.
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