Jesus and the Church
Chapter 2: The Truth About the Council of Nicaea
The Truth About the Council of Nicaea
Book Resources: Chapter 2, Part 4: Unity with Apostolic Succession
Film Focus Point: This program provides an overview of the Council of Nicaea, disputing several common historical inaccuracies and assumptions about this important Church council.
Text Focus Point: Page 77
Discussion Questions:
- What are some of the most common misunderstandings about the Council of Nicaea?
- Why are precise teachings about Jesus Christ theologically important?
- How are the misconceptions sometimes used against the Catholic Church and her teachings? How do the mistaken notions undermine the integrity of the Catholic Church?
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