The Early Church (AD 33-313)

The first three centuries of the Christian faith were a period of missionary zeal,deep thought, and tribulation. In The Early Church (AD 33313): St. Peter, theApostles, and Martyrs, Catholic historian and biblical expert James Papandreadispels what he calls common mythconceptions about the early years ofChristianity. Tracking the challenges of heresy and persecution throughout theperiod, Papandrea shines a spotlight on the earliest saints and explores thegrowth and development of the new Church.In The Early Church (AD 33313), Papandrea presents a clear account of theChurchs first three centuries and provides evidence to refute fourteen commonlyheld beliefs about the Catholic Church. You will learn: No money or power was attached to being a bishop or priest in theearly Church. Christian holidays were not adaptations of pagan celebrations. The doctrine of the Trinity was not forced upon the Church by Constantine,but rather was a belief from the beginning of Christianity.With clear explanation and inspiring stories, Papandrea sorts through what wedo and dont know about the early Church and enables Catholics and fellowChristians to make sense of the Churchs beginnings.James L. Papandrea