Apostolic martyrdoms gave way to Scripture-governed pastors. Early fathers guarded the apostolic deposit with baptism, order, holiness, and hope.
The Deaths of the Apostles and the Rise of the Apostolic Fathers
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: The Shepherd of Hermas – Early Christian Writer
The Shepherd of Hermas is part of that collection of writings that since the 19th century has been termed “The Apostolic Fathers,” the first generation of Christian leaders writing after the end of the apostolic age and the completion of the New Testament (NT) canonical documents. These writings are a vital part of our understanding regarding the development of Christianity.
