Miracolul modern al Germaniei: Bisericile pierd credincioși, dar câștigă bani

Despite a significant decline in church membership in Germany, tax revenues from church taxes have increased due to higher incomes among remaining members. In 2025, around 660,000 people officially left the Catholic and Protestant churches, yet the churches collected over 12.5 billion euros in church tax. This paradox is attributed to a progressive tax system where fewer members pay more. Many individuals cite financial reasons and disconnection from the church as motivations for leaving. However, projections indicate a potential decline in church tax revenues in the coming decades as membership continues to decrease.