Priestly ordinations rise in Germany, fall in France

Germany will see 30 new priests ordained, while France is expected to see 84.

The annual number of priestly ordinations is expected to rise in Germany and fall in France in 2026.

Bishop Heinrich Timmerevers ordains Deacon Karim-Habib Gehrmann to the priesthood for the Diocese of Dresden-Meissen, Germany, on May 30, 2026. Credit: Screenshot from @BistumDresdenMeissen YouTube channel.

A total of 30 new priests will be ordained for Ge…