I always thought we were the Protestant club tbh fella
We were founded from a Methodist Church on St Domingo's Road. They wanted to keep the youngsters occupied in healthy pursuits once the cricket season ended.
When men from other denominations showed interest in playing they changed the name from St Domingo's to Everton.
When Houlding got in charge, he brought a different element into the equation. Politically, sociologically and from his orange bent, he eventually found himself voted out by the more liberal, tolerant members of the Board. He was left behind at anfeld where he eventually set up his own outfit.
Everton has never been tied to any faith since changing from St Domingo's to EFC. However, we seem to have always welcomed southern Irish if they had ability. This was unlike the rs for a long long time.