Swiss Catholics Face Crisis as 27% Consider Leaving Church

New survey reveals over a quarter of Swiss Catholics contemplate leaving the church, despite positive views on social engagement.

27% of Swiss Catholics have considered leaving the church.
21% of members of the Evangelical Reformed Church have considered leaving.
Bishop Joseph Maria Bonnemain hosted a 'telephone day' to speak directly with concerned church members.

27%

Percentage of Swiss Catholics considering leaving the church

71%

Percentage of Catholics viewing social commitment positively

1,000+

Documented cases of sexual abuse in the Swiss Catholic Church since 1950

"The first results had already startled the Catholic Church in December."
— Swissinfo Report

Exodus Imminent: A Quarter of Catholics Eye the Exit

27% of Swiss Catholics have considered leaving the church.
21% of members of the Evangelical Reformed Church have considered leaving.
Bishop Joseph Maria Bonnemain hosted a 'telephone day' to speak directly with concerned church members.