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TikTok and Instagram: New Tools for Catholic Influencers in France

A new generation of French Catholic influencers on TikTok and Instagram is contributing to a conservative religious revival in France, where baptisms of teenagers and adults are increasing.


Clara Fontaine
Clara Fontaine
September 25, 2026  ·  1 min read
B-Empire Magazine
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In France, a new generation of Catholic influencers is using social media to attract new followers and contribute to a discreet but notable religious revival.

Brother Paul-Adrien preaches from a studio decorated with gaming themes, Sister Albertine deconstructs clichés about convent life on Instagram, and Father Benoît prays with his followers on TikTok.

This dynamic comes as France experiences an increase in baptisms among teenagers and adults, reflecting a renewed interest in Catholicism, primarily with a conservative orientation, according to France 24.

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