In the long history of the Catholic Church, 266 men have sat upon the throne of St. Peter. Most have been unremarkable, no better or worse than any other pastor. Of many we know very little save their pontifical names and regnal dates. Some, of course, have been scoundrels - and what exactly constitutes a "bad pope" has been discussed intensely amongst the devout, especially in recent years. A modest number of popes have been truly great men, and some of them even saintly. As of 2016, the Church recognizes 81 popes as saints. Close to 40% of these, however, are venerated by virtue of a...
In the long history of the Catholic Church, 266 men have sat upon the throne of St. Peter. Most have been unremarkable, no better or worse than any...
Pope Innocent III was the most energetic and dynamic Pope of the Middle Ages. He applied his energies to reform not only in Canon Law but also in the life and morals of Ecclesiastics. He vied with secular princes with great success to maintain the independence of the Church and he also approved St. Francis and his order, which would have spiritual benefits extending far beyond Innocent's reign. This book covers the life of Pope Innocent in great detail, yet is easily readable and accessible to all. Covering his youth to his elevation to the Papacy and his labours therein, Pope Innocent III...
Pope Innocent III was the most energetic and dynamic Pope of the Middle Ages. He applied his energies to reform not only in Canon Law but also in the ...
