
Join Through the Church Fathers, a year-long journey into the writings of the early Church Fathers, thoughtfully curated by C. Michael Patton. Each episode features daily readings from key figures like Clement, Augustine, and Aquinas, accompanied by insightful commentary to help you engage with the foundational truths of the Christian faith.
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| Publishes | Daily | Episodes | 525 | Founded | a year ago |
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In this episode we see the bold confidence of early Christian apologetics. Tatian demonstrates that Christian teaching predates Greek philosophy and literature by comparing timelines with Moses and Homer, condemns the divisive an... more
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In this episode we witness the sharp contrast between empty human wisdom and the power of divine truth. Tatian boldly condemns the unjust hatred shown toward Christians, rejects the contradictory and immoral laws of the Greeks, r... more
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In this episode we confront the emptiness of pagan culture and philosophy. Tatian exposes the absurdity of Greek theater, the contradictions and vanities of the philosophers, and the futility of their borrowed wisdom, calling Gre... more
Today’s Readings
Tatian — Address to the Greeks, Chapters 20–23 Augustine — The Confessions, Book 7, Chapter 15 (Section 21) Thomas Aquinas — Summa Theologica, Part 1, Question 9 (Articles 4–6 Combined)
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A thoughtful foray into early Christian writings, combining daily readings from foundational church fathers with expert commentary to illuminate core doctrines, scripture, and the development of Christian thought. Episodes typically thread together theological themes—truth claims about God, creation, evil, salvation, and the unfolding narrative of worship—through readings from figures like Justin Martyr, Augustine, and Aquinas, interwoven with scriptural references and practical reflections on faith, doctrine, and church life. A notable strength is the steady emphasis on how ancient texts inform contemporary belief, making dense philosophy and history accessible for listeners who want deeper doctrinal understanding without losing the storyt... more
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