Question

A series of measures were taken to restore the reputation of the Catholic Church. In this context answer the following question:
What measures were taken to introduce reforms in the Catholic Church?

Answer 1

The Council of Trent took up strict measures to maintain discipline among the Church officials. The sale of Church offices was stopped. It condemned and prohibited Sale of Indulgences. Seminaries were to be started for imparting education and training to priests. The Church should not charge any fees for conducting- religious services; sermons should be preached in the language of the people.
The Society of Jesus was founded by Ignatius Loyola, a Spanish nobleman. He took a vow to serve Christ and turned into a Missionary after studying the life of Jesus Christ and other saints. He studied theology at Sorbonne University. He founded a religious Order by the name Society of Jesus with the permission of the Pope.
St. Francis Xavier was one of the Jesuit followers of Ignatius Loyola. He went to China and Japan for the propagation of Christianity. He came to India and worked till he died. His mortal remains were placed at the Church of Bom Jesus in old Goa.
The selfless and dedicated service rendered by the Jesuits helped in restoring the prestige of the Roman Catholic Church.