Category: Education
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Saint Augustine’s Impact on Christian Theology and Western Thought
“It may be said that all the thought-currents of the past meet in his works and form the source which provides the whole doctrinal tradition of succeeding ages.” – Pope Paul VI on Augustine Last week, we delved into the life of Saint Augustine, tracing his journey from Thagaste to Carthage, Rome, and Milan, and…
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St. Augustine: The Making of an Orthodox Icon
From a life of loose living which included sexual indulgence, lavish parties, drunkenness, worldly ambitions and all manner of vices that were available to the ancient world, St. Augustine sought fulfilment for his soul dJ. Perhaps the most notable Christian thinker after the apostle Paul, the transformation of Augustine from a wayward sinner to a…
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The Sermons of the Early Church Fathers
After the death of the apostles in the formative years of Christianity, between the first and fifth centuries emerged a group of people that would be later known as the church fathers. These were theologians, bishops, scholars and philosophers and some were direct disciples of the apostles. These groups of individuals are notable for their…
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Sermons and War: Hope in Dark Places
And you will hear of wars and rumours of wars. See that you are not alarmed, for this must take place, but the end is not yet. – Matthew 24:6 This verse from the Gospel of Matthew speaks to humanity’s long struggle with conflict and strife, yet it also infuses us with quiet resilience. Wars,…
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Sermons and Apologetics
But sanctify the Lord God in your hearts, and always be ready to give a defence to everyone who asks you a reason for the hope that is in you, with meekness and fear; – 1 Peter 3:15 When called upon, how readily equipped are you to defend the hope in your heart? Many do…
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The Life and Legacy of Fulton J. Sheen
In the dimly lit confines of a radio studio in the heart of America, a voice emerged from the ether, captivating millions with its eloquence and unwavering faith. It was the voice of Fulton J. Sheen, a name that would become synonymous with a revolution in religious communication. In an era when the airwaves crackled…
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Evolving Platforms: Blogs, Livestreams and Podcasts
Over the past couple of weeks, we’ve taken a journey through time and have seen how sermons have been disseminated over the centuries and how it has spurred the growth of Christianity. From the early days of writing on parchments as seen by the Apostles, to the outpouring of ideas during the reformation through printed…
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Evolving Platforms: Radio & Television
In the ever-evolving tapestry of human communication, technology has consistently played a profound role in shaping the dissemination of ideas and messages. From the humble quill and parchment to the revolutionary printing press, we’ve witnessed the transformative power of innovation in connecting people with the Christian faith. Continuing our journey through the corridors of time,…
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Evolving Platforms: From Quill and Parchment to Blogs, Podcasts and Livestreams
Sermons have always been primarily delivered orally through the generations. However, the medium through which we receive these vital messages has been constantly adapting and evolving over the years. The church and the traditional pulpit still remain the primary platform through which these messages are distributed but over time technology has provided more options by…
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The Role of Sermons in Raising Awareness and Improving Biblical Literacy
The Bible was written over a period of 1500 years in multiple countries and languages. The Bible contains a repository of historical, moral, and religious codes by different authors who lived in vastly different social environments. All these authors across the years are all pointing back to one person, Jesus Christ and His work of…