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IntroductionThe papacy is one of the oldest continuous institutions in the world. As the leader of the Catholic Church and the Bishop of Rome, the pope holds a position of immense spiritual significance. Yet, the way popes have been chosen has changed dramatically over the centuries. Understanding these developments offers a fascinating glimpse into the … Read More “How Popes Have Been Chosen” »
The third century was a time of great upheaval for the Roman Empire and it was equally so for the church in Rome. The bishop of Rome, which would eventually be known as “the pope” played an important role. In this episode we look at those popes and a couple of antipopes as well. Other … Read More “Episode 55 – The Popes of the Third Century” »
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 … Read More “Episode 46 – The “Popes” of the First Two Centuries” »
