Heresy: The Life and Teachings of the Popes from Africa: Pope Victor I (r. 189-199), Pope Miltiades I (r. 311-314) and Pope Gelasius I (r. 492-496)

By Fr. Paul H. Kizito OSA

Heresy: The Life and Teachings of the Popes from Africa

What if the true guardians of Christian orthodoxy came from the very heart of Africa?

In an era where the purity of the faith is increasingly threatened, Heresy: The Life and Teachings of the Popes from Africa unveils a stunning chapter of Church history that many have overlooked. This riveting exploration introduces the unsung African popes who stood courageously at the forefront of the Church's fiercest battles-against heresy, doctrinal distortion, and ideological threats that sought to undermine the very essence of Christianity. How did popes from Africa, such as Victor I, Miltiades, and Gelasius I, shape the path of Christian orthodoxy, securing doctrines that still define our faith today? And why, in a world of confusion and compromise, are their battles more relevant than ever?

With unmatched theological insight and authority, these African popes helped preserve the purity of the Nicene Creed, fight the Arian heresy, and establish the papacy as the ultimate defender of truth. Heresy takes you deep into the heart of the Church's most pivotal struggles, offering gripping, little-known stories of resilience and spiritual clarity. Discover how these early African leaders became the Church's indomitable defenders against forces that threatened to fracture Christian unity, and why their legacy matters more today than we may realize.

Why did the African popes stand at the forefront of the Church's battle against heresy, and what can their fierce commitment to preserving the faith teach us today?

If you want to understand the powerful and often hidden role Africa played in shaping the Christian faith, this book is an indispensable read. For Catholics and Church historians alike, Heresy is not just a history lesson-it is a call to remember the steadfast courage of these popes who defended the truth against all odds. Get your copy now and uncover the extraordinary impact of Africa's papal heritage.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: B0DQGQ1R6H
• ISBN13: 9798303582217
• Release Date: December 2024
• Publisher: Independently Published
• Length: 166 Pages
• Weight: 0.51 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 6.0" x 9.0"