how did christianity come to england

Christianity came to England initially through Roman influence, with evidence dating back to the late 2nd century AD when Roman Britain was a multicultural region with early Christian presence. However, Christianity was largely suppressed with the arrival of the Anglo-Saxon pagan tribes. The significant reintroduction and spread of Christianity in England began in 597 AD when Pope Gregory the Great sent Saint Augustine and about 40 missionaries to Kent. Augustine successfully converted King Æthelberht of Kent, whose queen was already a Christian. Over the next century, Christianity spread throughout the Anglo-Saxon kingdoms despite initial resistance and pagan practices lingering in some areas. By the 7th century, Christianity was established across England. The Danish conquerors also converted, which helped unify England under Christianity. Later medieval periods saw Christianity deeply embedded in English culture, with the Church playing a central societal role.