Episode 61 – The Desert Fathers and Mothers

In this episode, we explore the remarkable life of John Chrysostom, one of Christianity’s greatest preachers and theologians. Born in 347 AD in […]

This episode explores the extraordinary life of Ambrose of Milan, a Roman governor turned bishop who became a pivotal figure in early […]

Among the highlights of the fourth century was a group of theologians, two brothers and a close friend. These were the Cappadocian […]

In this episode, I talk to Dr. Emily Conroy-Krutz, author of Missionary Diplomacy. In the 19th Century, the United States was expanding […]

An important part of Christian history has been the role of clergy in supporting the military in terms of both spiritual and […]

One of the greatest defenders of what would be known as orthodox Christianity was Athanasius the Great, bishop of Alexandria. He was […]

While some Christians were gathering in councils and devising creeds, others were fleeing the cities to be alone with God. These were […]

In this special Christmas episode, we look at the figure who would be the inspiration for the popular Santa Claus. While some […]

One of the most important events in Christian history is the First Council of Nicaea that took place in 325 AD. Christianity […]

The Christian church was emerging out of a time of persecution but their troubles were not over. Shifting from threats from without […]