Will Ireland’s abortion referendum save the Church?

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?

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