Question

Why did the Church redirect its energies toward the colonial cities and towns in the 1600s in South America?

Answer 1

The Church redirected its energies toward the colonial cities and towns in the 1600s in South America in order to spread Christianity and convert the native populations to Catholicism. The Church saw this as an opportunity to expand its influence and power in the region, as well as to bring the benefits of Christianity to the people living there.