The catholic churfch Flashcards
Who was in charge of the church?
The pope
What did the church provide to the village?
Security, education, supplies, and spiritual services.
What was the church tax called?
Tithe
What is tithe?
A tax that went directly to the church.
How much was the tithe?
10% of everything you grew.
What were the things that reminded people of the church’s power (aside from the tithe).
Churches and cathedrals were the largest buildings in a town.
They were also located in the centre of a town.
They had expensive decorations such as stain glass windows and stone sculptures.
Churches and cathedrals were the largest buildings in a town.
They were also located in the centre of a town.
They had expensive decorations such as stain glass windows and stone sculptures.
Why?
To remind people of the church’s power.
Who was Pope Gregory I?
The Leader of the Christian Church
He worked to make the christian church better and expand its influence.
