Patrick Whitworth

A bold retelling of how Irenaeus battled heresy and shaped Christian theology—restoring humanity to life in God through Christ.

The life and mission of the early church after the day of Pentecost through accessible pen portraits of its main characters and communities. Ideal for group Bible study.

An accessible and comprehensive biography of the fourth-century preacher and theologian John Chrysostom, one of the most iconic voices of Christian history.

A short accessible guide to the Gospel of John for individuals and groups. This last in a series of four books identifies the fourth Gospel as the Gospel of the Trinity and helps readers explore the unique characteristics of St John.

A vivid account of the fourth-century dispute surrounding the divine status of Christ and the Holy Spirit. This is the story of that controversy: its protagonists, the involvement of imperial power, its theological twists and turns, and the many creeds and councils of this period.

A short accessible guide to the Gospel of Mark for individuals and groups

Patrick Whitworth charts both the contribution and shortcomings of the English Church. An extraordinary story well told, this will remain the standard work on the Church in England for many years to come.

A short, handy guide to the Gospel of Matthew for all who want to explore the first book of the New Testament in group study or on their own.

The story of the growth of the early Christian community. A rapid, detailed and accurate narrative, full of picturesque scenes drawn directly from contemporary witnesses to the rise of Christianity in the Roman world.

An exploration of the theological turmoil of the fifth-century church, and the impact it had on the future of Western Europe.

A comprehensive, clear, and accessible introduction to the writings and complex characters of the Cappadocian Fathers—Basil of Caesarea, Gregory of Nyssa, and Gregory Nazianzen—and a crucially formative period for Christian thinking.

A useful study guide or resource for individuals and bible study groups who want to take a fresh look at familiar material. This book looks again at Luke’s writings from the point of view of reaching “outsiders”.