non-Catholic
noun
non-Cath·o·lic
ˌnän-ˈkath-lik 
-ˈka-thə-
: a person who is not a Catholic
services attended by both Catholics and non-Catholics
non-Catholic
adjective
non-Catholic churches/clergy
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In 1976, nine churches and an independent recreation center opened new schools, increasing the number of non-Catholic private schools in the area by 45%.
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Krista Johnson, Louisville Courier Journal, 4 Sep. 2025
Traditionally, Catholic royals are seated in the front rows, followed by non-Catholic royals and then heads of state in alphabetical order.
—Thomas G. Moukawsher, MSNBC Newsweek, 26 Apr. 2025
Today, Michelle and I mourn with everyone around the world – Catholic and non-Catholic alike – who drew strength and inspiration from the Pope’s example.
—Ellise Shafer, Variety, 21 Apr. 2025
Hartford Courant In Connecticut, Catholic and non-Catholic organizations offered their condolences and reflected on the pontiff’s legacy.
—Staff Report, Hartford Courant, 21 Apr. 2025
But while those hopes largely did not manifest, as church attendance in the U.S. dropped across most religious groups, according to a 2024 Gallup poll, Pope Francis did garner a rather high approval, especially among non-Catholic groups.
—Natalie Demaree, Miami Herald, 21 Apr. 2025
The pope’s appeals often received a warm reception from non-Catholic politicians and policymakers.
—Christopher Lamb, CNN Money, 21 Apr. 2025
Some parents are concerned the new accreditation won’t carry weight with prestigious colleges – especially non-Catholic ones – and potentially jeopardize their children’s shot at getting into some schools.
—Rebecca Noel, Charlotte Observer, 11 Feb. 2025
It has also been adopted by non-Catholic Christians as a historic symbol of Christian unity and strength.
—Timothy Nerozzi, Washington Examiner - Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government, 14 Jan. 2025
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Krista Johnson, Louisville Courier Journal, 4 Sep. 2025
Traditionally, Catholic royals are seated in the front rows, followed by non-Catholic royals and then heads of state in alphabetical order.
—Thomas G. Moukawsher, MSNBC Newsweek, 26 Apr. 2025
Today, Michelle and I mourn with everyone around the world – Catholic and non-Catholic alike – who drew strength and inspiration from the Pope’s example.
—Ellise Shafer, Variety, 21 Apr. 2025
Hartford Courant In Connecticut, Catholic and non-Catholic organizations offered their condolences and reflected on the pontiff’s legacy.
—Staff Report, Hartford Courant, 21 Apr. 2025
But while those hopes largely did not manifest, as church attendance in the U.S. dropped across most religious groups, according to a 2024 Gallup poll, Pope Francis did garner a rather high approval, especially among non-Catholic groups.
—Natalie Demaree, Miami Herald, 21 Apr. 2025
The pope’s appeals often received a warm reception from non-Catholic politicians and policymakers.
—Christopher Lamb, CNN Money, 21 Apr. 2025
Some parents are concerned the new accreditation won’t carry weight with prestigious colleges – especially non-Catholic ones – and potentially jeopardize their children’s shot at getting into some schools.
—Rebecca Noel, Charlotte Observer, 11 Feb. 2025
It has also been adopted by non-Catholic Christians as a historic symbol of Christian unity and strength.
—Timothy Nerozzi, Washington Examiner - Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government, 14 Jan. 2025
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“Non-Catholic.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/non-Catholic. Accessed 3 Nov. 2025.
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