The misogynistic language of the old Constitution may be removed, but in its place will be clauses that relinquish the state of any real responsibility to support family caregivers, critics say.

Even as Prime Minister Victor Orban positions his government as one of the last defenders of Christian culture in Europe, religious affiliation in Hungary has dropped to a record low.

"This is not about politics," Bishop Seitz said. "It's about the Gospel."

The numbers tell a bleak story for the Catholic Church in Ireland

He said he told the pope, “I could spend all day here talking to you,” and Francis replied, “So could I!”

“The struggle to secure our daily bread is exhausting. There is a shortage of everything. Nutritious food is non-existent. We have run out of medications and vitamins.”