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Roman Catholic AnswerSt. Gregory was a Benedictine Abbot who became Pope at the end of the sixth century. He did a lot to reform the liturgy, chant still bears his name. He also did a lot towards promoting missionary work, and the monastic life. For details please see the Catholic Encyclopedia Article about him at the link below:
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