What is the Counter-Reformation?

The Counter Refomation denotes the period of Catholic revival from the pontificate of Pope Pius IV in 1560 to the close of the thrty year war. The reform included the foundation of seminaries for the proper training of priestes in the Spititual life and the theological traditions of the church. It return order to their spiritual foundations and new spirtiual movements focusing on the devoional life and personal relationship with Christ.