Spirit of Truth, Classic Edition > Grade 8 > Unit 2
Lesson 6: AD 500-1000 History
During the Early Middle Ages, the Church continued to spread the Gospel.
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.
This Teaching the Faith with Current Events eLesson examines Mother Teresa’s life and example of holiness, the Church’s process of beatification and canonization, and God’s universal call to holiness.