The numbers augur an uncertain future for the Catholic Church in Ireland, long a place where Catholicism seemed sure of deep roots and high adherence to practice and tradition.

Hunger strikes raise thorny political, philosophical and even spiritual questions.

The Irish-American population is almost seven times bigger than Ireland itself, but it is also aging and shrinking.

John Banville has few kind words for the church of his youth, but he is good company nonetheless.

The coming-of-age sitcom follows a group of girls as they navigate their way through Catholic high school during the Troubles. 

Mary McAleese, who has a gay son and has criticized the church’s position on L.G.B.T. issues, was invited to participate in a panel discussion on women in church governance.