Bell Ringers What were some of the matters covered by canon law? How is the structure of the Church like that of the feudal system? Why did investiture cause a struggle between kings and popes? How did the Concordat of Worms create a compromise between the emperor and the Church?

The Church Wields Power Chapter 13 Section 4

Pope Gelasius I Recognized conflict b/w Church and State Believed that Religious and Political powers are separate entities. Believe that… Pope should bow to emperors in political matters Emperors should bow to pope in religious matters Each should remain authority in their OWN realm. WAS and IS not a reality between the Church and State

Church Structure CLERGY Pope Bishops Priests

Rise of Religious Importance Feudalism and the Manor System created division among people. Political turmoil and warfare Church teachings bonded people together. Church provided a sense of security that gave people a sense of belonging. Middle Ages was also known as the Age of Faith. Religion took center stage.

Canon Law The Law of the Church IF DISOBEYED Excommunication Banished from the Church Interdict Many sacraments (i.e. baptisms) and religious services could not be performed in the king’s land Needed for salvation Forced German emperors to submit to the pope’s commands.

Emperor Clashes with Pope Otto I had close ties to Church leading to Church and German officials fearing the growing power of emperor. Lay Investiture A ceremony in which kings and nobles appointed church officials Kings had the power Pope Gregory VII banned it  Henry IV not happy Henry asked Gregory to step down  Henry excommunicated Showdown in Canossa  Henry IV begged for end of excommunication Concordat of Worms Church ALONE could grant a bishop his ring and staff Emperor had the veto power to prevent the granting of a bishop

Lombard League Alliance that formed to fight against Frederick I 1176, Battle of Legnano Foot soldiers used crossbows to defeat feudal knights for the first time in history!