Mícheál Mac Gréil

Mícheál Mac Gréil is a prominent Jesuit sociologist noted for his groundbreaking surveys on social attitudes in Ireland, particularly regarding the perceptions of priests and their role in society. His research in the 1970s revealed a high level of public esteem for priests, contrasting sharply with contemporary views on clerical authority and societal trust. Mac Gréil's work has significantly contributed to the discourse on religion and social values in Ireland.