Early Church History and Persecution

The early Christian church faced persecution from both Jewish and Roman authorities.

St. Stephen was an early Christian martyr, killed for his faith.

Roman emperors persecuted Christians for three centuries, killing thousands.

Despite persecution, the Christian church grew rapidly through preaching and gaining converts.

The event marking the beginning of the Christian church, with the coming of the Holy Spirit.

Important apostles, St. Peter and St. Paul, were executed for their faith during Roman persecution.

Significant event of St. Paul's conversion, leading him to become a devoted missionary.

The Roman Empire destroyed the city of Jerusalem in year 70.

Stephen, a Christian leader, was stoned to death for his faith in Jerusalem.

A period of violence and opposition against Christians, driving them from Jerusalem.

The act of spreading the teachings of Christianity. A key part of early Christianity, with persecution fueling it.

Philip's successful preaching to Samaritans, marking the first missionary journey outside Jerusalem.

Jesus' command to spread the Gospel to all people throughout the world.

Jerusalem served as the starting point for the Christian Mission, in accordance with Jesus' instructions.

Persecution pushed Christians to spread their faith, resulting in the expansion of Christianity.

The spreading of the message of Jesus Christ beyond Jerusalem's boundaries.

Christianity rapidly spread throughout the Roman Empire, largely due to apostles, missionaries, and Roman infrastructure.

Emperor Nero falsely blamed Christians for a fire in Rome and initiated brutal persecution, leading to many deaths.

Christian teachings spread quickly despite facing challenges and even persecution.

Roman roads and communication systems facilitated the spread of Christianity throughout the empire.

Christianity's goal wasn't military conquest, but spiritual influence.

Christian teachings were designed to change peoples' minds and hearts, even though the followers had little power.

The Roman persecution of Christians began in AD 64 under Emperor Nero.

Christians held secret meetings due to persecution in the catacombs and other hidden locations.

Christians faced severe mistreatment and violence for over 250 years in the Roman Empire.

An edict issued by Emperor Constantine in 313 AD, granting Christians freedom of worship.

Roman Emperor who converted to Christianity and legally supported the faith, ending persecution.

A gathering of Christian bishops in 325 AD, discussing and defining core Christian beliefs ( Nicene Creed).

Christianity became the official religion of the Roman Empire in 395 AD.

Centers of learning where Christian teachings and culture grew during a period of learning.

Significant periods of violence and hardship against Christians in the Roman Empire (250-260 AD).

Roman Emperor notorious for his persecution of Christians and blamed for the fire of Rome in 64 AD

Portuguese, Italian, and Spanish missionaries spread Christianity in India, Japan, China, and the Philippines during the 16th and 17th centuries, with lasting impact in the Philippines.

The Gospel also reached the African coasts during the 16th and 17th centuries, expanding Christian influence.

The Gospel's ability to change lives endures throughout history.

God calls everyone, just like the apostles, to share the Gospel with the world.

Each person has a unique role in spreading the Gospel, according to God's plan.

The Gospel's reach extends to all corners of the world, a call to go beyond comfort zones.

All Christian believers, not just the apostles, share the mission of proclaiming the Gospel.

Ask yourself what God has called you to do and how willing you are to take the Gospel to the world.

A 3rd century belief that all physical things, including Jesus' human body, are inherently evil.

A 3rd-4th century belief denying Jesus' divinity, claiming he was born a human being.

A 4th-5th century belief denying Mary's status as the Mother of God, claiming she was only the mother of Jesus' human body.

A 4th-5th century notion denying the concept of Original Sin, believing Christians should achieve perfection through their own efforts.

A 5th century belief asserting that Jesus' divine nature overwhelmed his human nature.

The 1054 split between the Eastern and Western churches, primarily over disputes about the Holy Spirit's procession.

A 13th century Dominican friar and theologian, known for his influential works Summa Theologica and Summa Contra Gentiles.

A period in European history characterized by a strong Christian influence, with significant developments in theology and monastic life.