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Exploring 2,000 Years: A Review of "The Catholic Church: A History"

History isn’t just a collection of dates; it’s a story of how we got here. Whether you’re a believer, a history buff, or just curious about how Western civilization was built, is a masterclass in understanding the world's oldest continuous institution. More Than Just Religion

This course doesn't just focus on theology. It tracks the Church from its beginnings in the 30s CE through its massive contributions to society—like the invention of the modern university and hospital systems. It explores how the Church navigated the fall of Rome, the Middle Ages, and the Protestant Reformation. The "Peak Moments" You’ll Learn About The Great Courses - The Catholic Church A History

How the Church responded to the Enlightenment and the complexities of the 20th century, including Vatican I and II . Why This Course Matters Today

The Great Courses' lecture series, , provides a massive, 2,000-year deep dive into one of the world's oldest and most influential institutions. Exploring 2,000 Years: A Review of "The Catholic

Understanding the Church is key to understanding our mission to help the needy and the foundational values of the West. If you want a nuanced, academic, yet accessible look at the people, scandals, and triumphs that shaped the last two millennia, this series is a must-watch (or must-listen on Audible).

How a small group of followers in the Roman Empire grew into a global "universal" (katholikos) community. It tracks the Church from its beginnings in

The lectures take you through the high-stakes drama of Church history: