Church of the Middle Ages

During the Middle Ages, the Church was a dominant institution shaping all aspects of life, including politics, society, and culture. It was centered around the Catholic Church, with the Pope at its head, overseeing religious practices and doctrines. Monasteries, churches, and clergy played key roles in education, charity, and community life. The Church provided spiritual guidance, influenced laws, and maintained its authority through religious ceremonies and rituals. This period, roughly from the 5th to 15th centuries, saw the Church as a unifying and powerful force in medieval Europe.