This student handout ties with the lesson outline to describe different branches of the church in the Byzantine Empire.

A short quiz on the differences in the Eastern churches in the middle ages.

Short quiz on the Christian in Roman society.

This document, converted from a Powerpoint, focuses on the early church's persecution, especially persecution initiated by Nero. One of the leading causes of this persecution was the practice of emperor worship that Christians...

Student handout about the spiritual and political climate in which Jesus lived and Jesus' life and ministry.

The seven articles of the Schleitheim Confession followed by instructions for a student writing project.

This document, converted from a Powerpoint, focuses on the Mennonite church in the 20th century. The beginning 20th century saw the Mennonite Church with strong leadership who resisted change. By mid-century, traditional...

A short quiz on the teachings of Ebionism, Docetism, and Arianism, all Christological heresies.

This document, converted from a Powerpoint, tells about some early heresies about Jesus.

Student handout with Biblical references for students to write the definition of church.

This student handout focuses on how and why the canon of Scripture was adopted by the early church.

This student handout ties in with the lesson outline to give a sketch of Augustine of Hippo's life and beliefs.

Short quiz on the spread of Christainity through Paul and the early apostles' teachings.

This student handout covers the time of the early church. It begins with Jesus' ascension, and includes the growth of the church from being strictly Jewish to including Gentiles.

This document, converted from a Powerpoint, tells about the life and teachings of Marcion and Montanus, prominent teachers in the 2nd century.