The Bible and the Church Fathers
The Early Church Fathers were deeply formed by Scripture
In The Bible and the Church Fathers, Matthew Leonard introduces you to the great heroes of the early Church, the heresies they fought against, how they read and interpreted the Scriptures in light of Tradition and the sacraments.
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Read the Bible Like the Church Fathers
Who were the early Church Fathers? Why are they important? How did they read and interpret the Bible? And how are they relevant to us today?
The Bible and the Church Fathers will teach you everything you need to know about lives and times of the Early Church Fathers and how they read the Bible. You’ll learn powerful tools for reading Scripture like the Fathers and understand Scripture’s relationship to Tradition and to the sacraments.


Step 1
Leader Guide
- Equips group leaders to facilitate with confidence and clarity.
- Features simple, step-by-step directives for ease of use.
- Includes:
- Opening and closing prayers
- Introductions and conclusions for each session
- Discussion questions and answers to review questions
- Reflections for participants and more
- Designed to help leaders guide twelve engaging and theologically sound sessions.
- Includes 6 months of free streaming access.

Step 2
Participant Guide
- A companion throughout the series to help you retain what you've learned and apply it more easily in daily life.
- Full-color masterpieces that capture the eye and move the heart.
- Inspirational quotes from Scripture and saints to make lessons more tangible and memorable.
- Helpful visuals that simplify and clarify key Scriptural details.
- Engaging review questions and discussion topics to inspire deeper commitment to Christ and provide practical life applications.
- Includes 6 months of free streaming access.

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DVD Box Set
- Ideal for parish groups, small study groups, or individual Catholics seeking a deeper devotion to Mary.
- Includes 12 video presentations focusing on the Wedding at Cana, the New Eve, the Assumption and more
- Each lesson is 20-35 minutes, perfect for parish discussions
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