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Episode 46 – The “Popes” of the First Two Centuries

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One of the most important leaders in the Church today is that of the Pope. But where did the popes come from? They have been in the background all through our narrative. In this episode, we go back and look at the “popes” or bishops of Rome from the first two centuries.

Other episodes of the podcast mentioned in this podcast:

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  • Peter and the Pillars of the Church
  • Clement of Rome (Clement I)
  • Polycarp of Smyrna
  • Shepherd of Hermas
  • The Gnostics

You may also be interested in the blog post: Was Peter the First Pope?

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Episode 76 – The Roman Empire in the Fourth Century

Episode 76 – The Roman Empire in the Fourth Century

The fourth century was a century of great change for the church. It was equally so for the Roman Empire. In fact, from this century onward it would be difficult to separate the history of Rome from the history of the church. In this episode, we look at the major events of the fourth century ... Read More "Episode 76 – The Roman Empire in the Fourth Century" »

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Download file | Play in new window | Duration: 00:20:50 | Recorded on July 28, 2026

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