We are hosting another seminary class through Cranmer Theological House, but this time it will be taught by our very own Dcn Kyle. This course is an introductory survey and analysis of the development of the early Christian Church covering the patristic era from the sub-apostolic age through the Ante-Nicene and Post-Nicene fathers. This course is designed to introduce the student to the important Church Fathers, events, and issues of the early Church as a foundation for other theological and pastoral studies and for pastoral ministry. Particular attention will be paid to the following topics that continue to have immense relevance for the Church and her ministry today: the spread of the Church, the life of the early Church, the theology of the Church Fathers, the Ecumenical Councils, and the relationship between Church and State.
See the Syllabus
here.
The class will consist of our normal weekend intensive, but there will also be two additional class periods. These additional meetings will have a short lecture followed by a guided discussion of a portion of the required reading. The dates for these are below. These meetings are required to be attended in person, however, there will be a zoom option for those who are out of town.
- November 11th, 6:30pm-9pm
- December 21st, 6:30pm-9pm
The weekend intensive will begin with the Eucharist at 12pm on Friday, and our studies will be bookended by the Daily Offices. The schedule for the class is as follows.
- Friday, January 8, 12pm to 5:30pm
- Saturday, January 9, 8:30 am to 5:30pm
- Sunday, January 10, 11:45am to 4pm
Lunch will be provided on Friday after the Eucharist and Sunday after the liturgy at Christ the King, before the class starts. Coffee and light snacks will also be provided. But students are encouraged to bring a lunch on Saturday.