Will Ireland’s abortion referendum save the Church? Mary Pesarchick, Catholic Stand Monday, March 5, 2018 St. Patrick himself once had a vision of the extinguishing of Catholicism in Ireland. It has largely come to pass: 30 years ago, 90% of the people attended weekly Mass, now barely 30% do. Next week the Irish will vote on whether or not to legalize abortion. Recent polls show a rising tide of pro-life sentiment. Will a return to the Church follow? © 2024 The Catholic Thing. All rights reserved. For reprint rights, write to: [email protected] The Catholic Thing is a forum for intelligent Catholic commentary. Opinions expressed by writers are solely their own.
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Will Ireland’s abortion referendum save the Church?
Mary Pesarchick, Catholic Stand
Monday, March 5, 2018