Session 2 | Heroes & Heresies
In this session, we'll focus on the relationship of the Fathers to both Scriptures and Tradition. We'll also lay out the four periods of history that make up what we call the Patristic Era. Not only will this give us historical context, but also the perfect opportunity to discuss how the doctrine of the Church has developed over the centuries. Lastly, we'll survey the difficulties the early Church faced when trying to spread the Gospel. Please join us in St. Clare at 9 a.m.
Preparation for Session
Luke 1:1-4
2 Thessalonians 2:14-15
John 21:15-19
1 John 4:1-3
The Fathers of the Church by Mike Aquilina, "Introduction," pp. 17-32, 266-68.
Faith of Our Fathers by Mike Aquilina, "The Fathers as Teachers," pp. 7-26.
Zoom Conference Information
If you want to join us online, here is the Zoom Meeting information:
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Supplemental Reading
The Fathers of the Church: An Introduction to the First Christian Teachers by Mike Aquilina. (I have read this and it is excellent!).
St. Paul Center or
Amazon.
Faith of Our Fathers: While the Early Christians Still Matter and Always Will by Mike Aquilina.
St. Paul Center or
Amazon.
Consuming the Word: The New Testament and the Eucharist in the Early Church, Dr. Scott Hahn. (I have read this one too and it is also excellent!)
St. Paul Center or
Amazon.
The workbook and digital access is $24.95. You can order the materials
here.