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Begins Wednesday, November 5, 630pm (SHARP!).

"Celebrating the 1700 th Anniversary of The Nicene Creed"

This fall, we celebrate the 1700th anniversary of the Nicene Creed, a statement of faith that has bound Christians together for 1700 years. This Creed bridges continents, cultures and languages, reminding us not only of our shared origins but also of our ongoing journey toward unity and understanding of the Truth concerning God the Father, God the Son and God the Holy Spirit.

In 325 AD in the ancient city of Nicaea (now part of Turkey), more than 300 bishops and leaders from all corners of the early Christian world came together to address fundamental questions about the nature of Jesus Christ. The goal of this Council was to debate and oppose the heresy of Arianism, which said that Christ was a created being and was not equal to God the Father.

The bishops had a heated debate, under the guidance of the Roman Emperor Constantine, who happened to be the first Emperor to convert to Christianity. The Bishop Arius vigorously defended his position that Christ was created. The Bishop Nicholas became more and more agitated. Finally, the man who would come to be known as Saint Nicholas, could no longer bear what he believed to be blasphemy and so he got up, crossed the room, and slapped Arius across the face! The bishops were shocked. It was unbelievable that a bishop would lose control and be so hotheaded in such a solemn assembly. Why did Nicholas become so enraged?

What does it matter whether we say Christ was created or not? Why do we have these creeds? Does doctrine and dogma really matter? At considerable expense and danger and time—three full months—these Bishops gave themselves to the serious business of studying, debating and defining for us what is now the foundation of our faith.

The result of this first Church Council was the Nicene Creed—a concise yet profound expression of Christian doctrine. It begins, “We believe in one God, the Father Almighty, Maker of heaven and earth,” and continues to affirm the divinity of Christ, the Holy Spirit, and the unity of the Church. This creed became a cornerstone of faith, echoing in churches, cathedrals, and homes for generations.

Through centuries of change, trial, and renewal, the Nicene Creed has endured—not just as a relic of history, but as a living testimony to the beliefs that bind billions together.

For four weeks, starting November 5, we will continue the Nicene Creed's journey toward unity and understanding of the Truth concerning God the Father, God the Son and God the Holy Spirit.

Don’t miss it!