Letters to the editor; Nicaea

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Fasts, feasts, and apostles

I cannot commend you enough for your special issue, Fasts and Feasts. To have all of this information in one place is a gift. Kudos to Jennifer for making this happen. My church does not follow the church calendar unfortunately, but I have tried to incorporate it into my personal devotions. This issue will be most helpful. Again—I just can’t thank you enough. God bless you all at CHI.—Tom Edmunds, Washington, NJ

I am a long-time reader of your outstanding publication, having accumulated a complete collection. I have a great interest in ecclesial history, especially worship and liturgical customs as they developed and were practiced through the almost two millennia story of the church militant. I was impressed—and I am continually impressed—by the deep research and the overall quality of each issue of your magazine. As a student—at times educator and planner of liturgy—I received your special issue, Fasts and Feasts. This issue will serve as a useful educational tool. The issue is extremely accurate, erudite, and readable. I shall share my copy with others who should peruse this treasure of knowledge. Thank you for your effort and energy publishing such an astute and valuable magazine.—Joe Barnes, Moberly, MO

I must say, issue 156, What happened to the apostles?, was definitely in the top five of all issues, and I have got and read almost all of them. My opinion: enough on C. S. Lewis, more on early church fathers, an issue on Josephus, Herod, Caiaphas, and John the Baptizer.—James Turner, Madison, AL

What Vatican II meant to some of you 

In a recent letter to CH subscribers, we asked about readers’ favorite issues of 2025. Many shared why issue #157 on Vatican II got their vote. Here are just a few responses.

Issue #157 on Vatican II was my favorite this year. I am not Catholic, but the history of Trent to Vatican I to Vatican II was super interesting.—Gary Ries, Champlin, MN

Roman Catholic history is part of Protestant history—especially the pre-Constantine history and the historic creeds. Ongoing reform is common to both Catholic and Protestant traditions.—Thelma Spitzkopf, Souderton, PA

Accurate information dispells myth and misunderstandings among Christians.—Christian Williams, Coalinga, CA

I liked #157 for its depth, thoroughness, quality, great reporting, and ecumenical perspective.—David Hitt, Newberg, OR 

Issue #157 has helped me understand my friends’ faith and what they believe.—Robert Yarbrough, San Antonio, TX 

The real work of God

We also asked, “How does Christian History encourage you on your walk with Christ?” Here’s what our readers said.

History confirms the real work of God through many lives and movements, including even those who are prone to be wrong and evil toward God’s word and witness.—Jerry Hopkins, Marshall, TX

I am a pastor. I have gleaned SO MANY facts and illustrations through Christian History for messages. My daughter has all Christian History magazines for years and years. Thank you!—Billie Friel, Mt. Juliet, TN

Reading about what we’ve fought about through the centuries is teaching me not to argue doctrine with my brothers and sisters. Thank you!—Steve Dinkowitz, Grants Pass, OR

Today’s struggles are not that far removed from those faced by our fathers in centuries past.—Philip C. Smith, Athens, GA

Christian History supports my vocation as a Religious Sister.—Barbara Mueller, Sparkill, NY

Seeing the faith of all the saints down through the centuries gives me the motivation to live a godly life. —John King, New Waverly, TX

Daily reminders of the many faithful believers in the past gives me hope and renewed commitment in following Jesus.—Ruth Kaden, Redwood Falls, MN

It is good to be reminded that the church is big and the gospel is powerful. Thank you.—Brenda Schoolfield, Greenville, SC

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By the editors and readers

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