History of the Church

The Catholic Church is not just a community of believers, nor merely a religious institution. It represents a historical, spiritual, and cultural presence that has endured for over two thousand years. Acclaimed as the oldest continuously operating institution, the Church is a living testament to God’s faithfulness to humanity, the …

The story of the first centuries of Christianity is a vibrant narrative of faith, resilience, and ultimately, freedom. For Christians, the history of the early Church is far more than a historical account; it is a living lesson that invites believers to deepen their understanding of faith and commitment amid …

Ecumenism is a fundamental concept in the life and mission of the Church, but what does it really mean, and why is it so important today? As our world becomes increasingly interconnected and complex, the call for unity among Christians grows ever more urgent. Divisions between different Christian traditions have …

In a world as diverse and interconnected as ours, Christianity is expressed through a variety of traditions and rites, each enriching its heritage and embodying the faith in authentic ways. One of these traditions is the Maronite Catholic Church, a community deeply rooted in the spirituality and culture of the …

Flavius Josephus is a crucial name for understanding the historical and cultural context in which early Christianity developed. His work offers a unique source of knowledge about first-century Judaism and the political and social tensions that led to the fall of Jerusalem in 70 A.D. Within his writings, one of …

The figure of Pedro Martínez de Luna, known in history as Pope Luna, has been a subject of fascination, controversy, and mystery for centuries. This Aragonese cardinal of the 14th century became one of the most debated popes of the Catholic Church, not only for his role in the Western …

Discovery, Content, and Theological Significance The Nag Hammadi Library is one of the most fascinating and significant discoveries of the 20th century in terms of Christian history and early religious writings. This collection of texts, found in 1945 near the town of Nag Hammadi in Egypt, contains a series of …

The resurrection of Jesus Christ is the heart of Christianity, the event that gives meaning to the Christian faith. St. Paul made it clear when he wrote: “If Christ has not been raised, our faith is in vain” (1 Corinthians 15:14). The resurrection is not just one historical event among …

In the Christian world, two of the largest traditions that have profoundly influenced history, culture, and spirituality are Roman Catholicism and Eastern Orthodoxy. While they share a rich common heritage dating back to the early centuries of Christianity, these two traditions have followed separate paths for over a thousand years, …

In the vast history of humanity, few events have shaped the course of civilization as profoundly as the Battle of Lepanto. Fought on October 7, 1571, in the waters of the Gulf of Patras, off the western coast of Greece, this colossal naval battle was not only a military confrontation …