The bishop of Rome rose from overseer to pope through centuries of ambition, hierarchy, and departure from apostolic simplicity.
The Rise of the Bishop of Rome and Papal Ambition
The Deaths of the Apostles and the Rise of the Apostolic Fathers
Apostolic martyrdoms gave way to Scripture-governed pastors. Early fathers guarded the apostolic deposit with baptism, order, holiness, and hope.
EARLY CHRISTIANITY: Were the Apostolic Fathers Truly Apostolic?
Dive into the provocative question, 'Were the Apostolic Fathers Truly Apostolic?' on the Christian Publishing House Blog. This enlightening article critically examines the authenticity of the Apostolic Fathers' teachings in relation to the original Apostles, shedding new light on early Christian history.
EARLY CHRISTIANITY: Ignatius of Antioch – Early Christian Writings
Ignatius of Antioch [c.35-50 – c. 98-117 AD] also known as Ignatius Theophorus was an early Christian writer and bishop of Antioch. While en route to Rome, where he met his martyrdom, Ignatius wrote a series of letters.
