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The Church Defending Truth: Lessons from the Fathers of the Church

Explore the significance of the quote "God as little, but He gives much" by St. John Chrysostom and learn about the role of the Church in defending truth through the teachings of key figures like Origen, Tertullian, St. John Chrysostom, and St. Jerome. Delve into the concept of heresy and the significance of ecumenical councils in upholding faith worldwide.

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The Church Defending Truth: Lessons from the Fathers of the Church

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  1. Chapter 8: Lesson 3 Do now: how do you feel about this quote : “God as little, but He gives much.” (St. John Chrysostom)

  2. Chapter 8: Lesson 3 The Church defends the truth – the Fathers of the Church. • Origen • Tertullian • St. John Chrysostom • St. Jerome

  3. Chapter 8 – Lesson 3 Heresy is abelief or collection of beliefs that rejects one or more of the revealed truths of the faith • Because the Church had to combat heresy, it gave rise to the first ecumenical council.

  4. Chapter 8 – Lesson 3 Ecumenical : Greek word meaning “of the whole world” – worldwide. Ecumenical councils: bring together the bishops of the whole world with the bishop of Rome, the pope – the successor of Peter, to guide the church in matters of faith and life in Jesus Christ

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