Hi Linda, No - I think they were Protestants - at least when they came to America. Joseph McCormick/McCormac etc. d. ca 1758. His wife was Euphias McDowell - that has to be a name to remember! But for all we know they were Catholic in Ireland. I think, however, that they were originally Scottish. I am so glad you have had a response! Thanks soo much. Jane **************Create a Home Theater Like the Pros. Watch the video on AOL Home. (http://home.aol.com/diy/home-improvement-eric-stromer?video=15?ncid=aolhom00030000000001)