What was Pope Gregory XV's contribution to the Counter-Reformation?
Canonizing saints
Starting a council
Writing doctrines
Leading a crusade
Answer
Canonizing saints was Pope Gregory XV's contribution to the Counter-Reformation. By elevating individuals to sainthood, he reinforced the authority of the Catholic Church and provided models of piety for the faithful. This helped to combat the spread of Protestantism and strengthen the Catholic identity during a period of religious turmoil.
Unveiling the Papacy: The Legacy of Pope Gregory XV
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