Spirit of Truth, Classic Edition > Grade 8 > Unit 2
Lesson 4: AD 100-500 History
In the period from AD 100 to 500 the Church spread throughout the Roman Empire.
In the period from AD 100 to 500 the Church spread throughout the Roman Empire.
A saint is a holy person whom the Church has officially recognized as having practiced heroic virtue and lived a holy, faithful life worthy of imitation and who is in Heaven with God.
Saints Augustine, Jerome, and Benedict, and Monica made enduring contributions to the Church.
All members of God’s Kingdom are called to share the Kingdom with others and to welcome it in their hearts.
During the Early Middle Ages, the Church continued to spread the Gospel.
Jesus extends His offer of salvation to all of humanity.
Nuns and monks courageously left their monasteries in order to spread the Gospel. These missionaries lived in situations of great hardship and suffering in order to preach and teach the Gospel among the barbarian tribes. As a result of their efforts, Christianity came to be firmly rooted in Europe.
Grace is a free and unmerited gift.
This lesson will touch on very complicated topics: the Eastern Schism, the Crusades, and the Spanish Inquisition.
By participating in our family and parish communities, we both give and receive support for living the Christian life.
Saints Francis of Assisi, Thomas Aquinas, and Catherine of Siena made enduring contributions to the Church.
The saints give numerous examples of just how rich and varied the call to holiness looks among the members of the Church.
This lesson will cover the Protestant reformation, Council of Trent, and the Enlightenment.
Jesus is the Good Shepherd who protects, guides, and leads us to be happy with Him.
Students will learn about the lives of St. Dominic Savio, St. André Bessette, and St. Rose Philippine Duchesne.