The power and importance of the Medieval Church Put your name here – today’s date Political The Medieval Church had a lot of political power. Medieval people believed that God chose who would be become king. This is called the ‘divine right’ of kings. For example, William the Conqueror was careful to get the support of the Pope before he attempted his invasion of England in 1066. Economic Image? The Medieval Church also has a lot of economic power. Social Image? The Medieval Church had a lot of influence over people’s daily social life. Cultural Image? Red = Point Blue = Explanation Pink = Example