Beginning to Read the Fathers

Focusing on the church's earliest writers, this revised introduction explores key themes such as martyrdom and prayer, alongside traditional topics like Christology and ecclesiology. Organized thematically, each chapter offers selections from both well-known and lesser-known writings of the Church Fathers, catering to readers with varying levels of expertise. The author's insights remain secondary to the fathers' voices, and the accessible style encourages engagement. The book concludes with a reading program for those interested in deeper study of patristics.