The Church Flashcards
Why was religion important in Elizabethan England?
Religion was crucial due to the historical conflict between Catholicism and Protestantism, impacting governance and society.
Who replaced the Pope as Head of the Church in England?
Henry VIII
What was the Church established by Henry VIII called?
The Church of England
What did Queen Mary I restore during her reign?
The power of the Pope
What group of Protestants sought an even simpler Church?
Puritans
Fill in the blank: Protestants did not accept the authority of the _______.
Pope
What were the four key issues Elizabeth needed to decide regarding her Church?
- The Head of the Church and the bishops
- Decoration and music
- The Clergy
- Religious practices
What did Catholics want regarding the Head of the Church?
To keep the Pope in Rome as Head of the Church
How did Protestants prefer to organize the Church?
With the King or Queen as Head of the Church and bishops to help the monarch
What was the Puritan view on Church governance?
They did not believe in a Head of Church or bishops and wanted committees elected by churchgoers.
What was the traditional Catholic view on church decoration?
Churches should be elaborate and filled with decorations to show the glory of God.
What did Protestants think about spending on church decorations?
They viewed it as going against the teachings of Jesus.
What issue did Elizabeth face regarding the clergy in 1558?
All clergy were Catholic; she needed to convert or replace them.
What controversial issue arose regarding clergy and marriage?
Whether clergy should be allowed to marry.
What type of robes did Catholics prefer for the clergy?
Richly decorated robes called vestments.
What did Puritans wear as clergy attire?
Plain black gowns.
What was the middle ground in clergy attire preferred by Protestants?
Something in between richly decorated robes and plain black gowns.
What language were church services conducted in at the end of Mary’s reign?
Latin
Who ordered a Bible in English to be placed in every church?
Henry VII
What significant changes did Edward VI introduce regarding church services?
Two Protestant Books of Common Prayer
What was overturned by Mary after Edward VI’s changes?
Protestant Books of Common Prayer
Why did the choice of service matter to most people?
It guaranteed their immortal soul would go to heaven
What did Catholics believe about the Bible and church services?
Bible in Latin, services with the Latin mass
What miracle did Catholics believe occurred during Mass?
Bread and wine turned into the body and blood of Jesus
