Church History
Michelle Powell-Smith
Latest Articles
A Historical Reflection on Hatred
This article provides links and sources to islamic doctrines and beliefs.
This article briefly explores the history of iconoclasm under Leo III.
Iconoclasm in the Orthodox Church: Part 1
This article provides a short introduction to the use of icons within the byzantine church and the origins of iconoclasm.
A brief introduction to the life and work of the great renaissance humanist Erasmus
This article briefly discusses the history and work of the Council of Trent.
The Early Years of the Jesuit Order, a Brief History
Short general introduction to the history of the Jesuit order
The Life and Work of St. Ignatius of Loyola
This article briefly introduces the life of St. Ignatius and the founding of the Jesuit order
The Counter Reformation: An Introduction
This is an introduction to the history of the Catholic counter-reformation.
Martin Luther's Theology: Change in the Church
This article briefly explores Martin Luther's theology.
Martin Luther: The Beginning of the Reformation
This article is a short introduction to Martin Luther's life. A deeper look into his theology will follow next week