POPE ADRIAN IV, THE ONLY ENGLISH POPE

by | Sep 7, 2022 | Popes

Nicholas Breakspear was born around 1100 in Hertfordshire, England. He bears the distinction of being the only pope of English origin. Nicholas may not have a lot of schooling as a child. His parents were of humble origin. As a relatively young man, Nicholas went to...

POPE EUGENE III, A HUMBLE MAN

by | Jul 2, 2022 | Popes

Old Church Pope Eugene was born around 1080, of a humble background. His father was Godius and they lived near Pisa. His name before becoming Pope was Bernardo Pignatelli or Paganelli. But whether that was his name at birth or what he chose when he joined the...