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How did the Catholic Church become one of the most influential institutions in the world-a force capable of moving armies, inspiring saints, and shaping the lives of a billion members? Explore these and other questions as you follow the development of this important institution in 36 informative, fascinating lectures. With Professor Cook by your side, you'll step into the world of the early church, witness the spread of Christendom, and learn about the origins of fundamental church institutions.

Church History takes listeners on a journey through the story of Christianity, from the early church to today. Each episode explores key events, influential leaders, and defining moments that shaped the faith, helping you see how God has worked through His people across the centuries.

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Church History, Volume Two chronicles the events, the triumphs, and the struggles of the Christian movement from the years leading up to the Reformation through the next five centuries to the present-day. Looking closely at the integral link between the history of the world and that of the...

Dive into this captivating collection that opens with two insightful biographical sketches, followed by the remarkable works of St. Patrick of Ireland. John Chrysostoms first homily, translated in 1544, elegantly transitions from a verse in 1 Thessalonians to the profound lives of Abraham and Job. Asterius of Amasea uses the parable to inspire his listeners about the true meaning of possessions, while Basil encourages students to plunder the Egyptians by extracting moral lessons from pagan poets. Maximus the Confessor engages in a pivotal dialogue with Pyrrhus on the dual natures of Christ, ...

This captivating collection opens with two insightful works on the Trinity by Gregory of Nyssa, followed by thought-provoking Christological writings from Theodoret and Pope Leo I. Victorinus offers an allegorical interpretation of Genesis 1, linking the number 7 throughout the Bible to shed light on early church practices. Hippolytus provides a glimpse into the liturgical traditions of the Roman church at the dawn of the 3rd century, possibly tracing their roots even further back. In On the Faith, Gregory of Nyssa ardently defends the divinity of both the Son of God and the Holy Spirit. The ...

In the midst of the Reformation in 1520, Martin Luther crafted a trilogy of essential writings aimed at the German Nobility, the Church, and the Christian faithful. The second of these works, On the Babylonian Captivity of the Church, sees Luther meticulously separate the essential truths from the misunderstandings surrounding the seven sacraments of the Roman Church. Join us as we explore this pivotal text that challenges the foundations of religious authority. (Summary by Jonathan Lange)

Dive into Ælfrics 40 homilies, a collection of the earliest sermons in any Germanic language, offering profound insights into the faith and practices of the Anglo-Saxon church. - Summary by InTheDesert

“Jenkins is one of America’s top religious scholars.” —Forbes magazine The Lost History of Christianity by Philip Jenkins offers a revolutionary view of the history of the Christian church. Subtitled “The Thousand-Year Golden Age of the Church in the Middle East, Africa, and Asia—and...

History of the Christian Church is a Christian history podcast telling the true story of how Christianity grew, struggled, divided, and endured after the New Testament.Each episode explores a real moment, person, movement, or turning point from church history, bringing to life the faith, courage, sacrifice, conflict, mistakes, and renewal that shaped Christianity across two thousand years. From the early church and Roman persecution to councils, creeds, reformers, missionaries, revivals, and global Christianity, this podcast traces the long and complicated journey of the church.This is not a ...

Renowned professor Thomas F. Madden turns his scholarly eye on the intrigue and politics swirling about the Medieval Church. Professor Madden explores the compelling events that shaped the culture and forever altered history, from the Monophysite Controversy to reform movements to the Inquisition, Black Death, and Great Schism.

To many in the West, Orthodoxy remains shrouded in mystery, an exotic and foreign religion that survived in the East following the Great Schism of 1054 that split the Christian world into two camps - Catholic and Orthodox. However, as the second largest Christian denomination, Orthodox Christianity is anything but foreign to the nearly 300 million worshipers who practice it. For them, Orthodoxy is a living, breathing reality; a way of being Christian ultimately rooted in the person of Jesus and the experience of the early church.

The War of Anti-Christ with the Church and Christian Civilization is a thought-provoking book penned in 1885 by the Irish author George F. Dillon, DD. This pivotal work was later republished in 1950 by Fr. Denis Fahey under the title Grand Orient Freemasonry Unmasked as the Secret Power Behind Communism. The book argues that an atheistic Illuminism, facilitated by the structures of Grand Orient Freemasonry, has waged a relentless war against Christendom and the Catholic Church. This conflict is portrayed as being largely driven by radical liberal republican revolutions that exhibit ...

Dive into the rich tapestry of early Christian thought with this second volume of the Ante-Nicene Christian Library. This LibriVox collection presents a fascinating array of New Testament Apocrypha, expertly summarized by KevinS.

Dive into the rich tapestry of early Christian thought with Early Church Collection Volume 2. This volume opens with Augustines insightful response to the claim that Christians believe in the unseen, followed by two significant works on Christology from Athanasius and Augustines exploration of the Apostles Creed. It continues with the voices of church leaders addressing the challenges faced by Christians who have turned to idolatry, particularly Cyprians reflections after the Decian persecution. Included are shorter works, featuring all existing fragments from Papias, and a substantial ...

This insightful book presents fifty-two distinct sections, fifty of which were originally crafted for ‘The Sunday School Times’ as reflections on the International Lessons of 1909. Each section stands alone, yet together they weave a rich tapestry of the early Churchs life, teachings, and evolution. The Churchs growth was shaped by progressive revelation experienced by its earliest followers through the indwelling Spirit and their deepening understanding of the Divine purpose. Lukes careful selection and arrangement of events and figures in his history reflect this guiding principle. The ...

Immerse yourself in the fascinating evolution of the Christian Church through this comprehensive series by John Fletcher Hurst. Based on five insightful volumes—The Reformation (1884), The Early Church (1886), The Medieval Church (1887), The Modern Church in Europe (1888), and The Church in the United States (1890)—this work paints a vivid picture of the Churchs journey nearly to the present day. Hurst, an esteemed American bishop in the Methodist Episcopal Church, crafted these histories as engaging Chautauqua textbooks. The audio series unfolds in five parts Part 1 explores the Early ...

Dive into this compelling 1866 exploration of the Church of England during a pivotal era of transformation. Authored by Anthony Trollope, who transitioned from a High Church perspective to a Broad Church viewpoint, this work captures the essence of theological liberalism—embracing diverse beliefs, valuing individual conscience, and navigating the complexities of truth amid extremes. This book delves into the crises of faith and structural upheaval within the Victorian Church, showcasing Trollopes engaging narrative style. Notably, the final chapter touches on John William Colenso, a ...

Set against the backdrop of 4th century Rome, Fabiola or The Church of the Catacombs is a gripping historical novel that explores the intense persecution of Christians under Emperor Diocletian. The story follows Fabiola, a captivating young pagan from an esteemed Roman family who seemingly has it all, including a prestigious education in philosophy. Yet, beneath her opulent exterior lies a deep sense of dissatisfaction. A pivotal moment occurs when, in a fit of rage, she injures her slave girl Syra, who harbors a secret Christian faith. This encounter becomes a catalyst for Fabiolas ...

We're not your grandfather's church history podcast. But we'd also really appreciate it if he still listened. Saints, heretics, councils...and the occasional crazy stuff. We have fun. IG: @churchhistory4chumps