Impact of Church through History: The Council of Trent

" ... Despite internal strife and two lengthy interruptions, the council was a key part of the Counter-Reformation and played a vital role in revitalizing the Roman Catholic Church in many parts of Europe ... "

"Protestantism spread rapidly throughout Europe in the sixteenth century, threatening both political and religious stability in central Europe. This led to demands for the internal reform of the Catholic Church ... "

"Despite tremendous challenges to convening the council and completing its work, Trent is among the most important councils in history ..."