the reformation

the reformation

took place during the 16th century in Europe.

the catholic church.

the catholic church was ruled by the pope + had complete control.

the pope

overall leader

cardinals

2nd to the pope

bishops

run dioceses ( areas divided by church in each country)

priests

run parishes in each diocese

the tithe

collected from farmers.

absenteeism

when a priest did not live near their parish

pluralism

when’s priest had more than 1 parish.

simony

brining church officials for positions in the church.

nepotism

giving church positions to relatives.

indulgences

sum of money paid to a priest to absolve you of all sins. skip purgatory.