How did the personal life of England's King Henry VIII impact the spread of Protestant ideas in Europe? Question 15 options: King Henry VIII slowed the spread of Protestant ideas by studying Catholic writings and becoming a priest. King Henry VIII gave support to the spread of Protestant ideas by leaving the Catholic Church after it refused to support his divorce. King Henry VIII gave support to the spread of ideas by reading and funding the works of John Calvin. King Henry VIII slowed the spread of Protest ideas by making annual trips to visit the Vatican.