COUNCIL of NICAEA
and the Nicene Creed
(fall of 2025)
As 2025 marks the 1700th anniversary of the Council of Nicaea, we’ll take a deep dive this fall into the first Ecumenical Council of the Christian Church. We’ll explore the historical context leading up to the Council, examine the key issues it addressed, and clear up common misconceptions about its work. We’ll also study the Nicene Creed and consider its relevance for the challenges we face today.
Session #1 - The Set Up – What was going on in the church that lead to the need for the Council of Nicaea?
Session #2 - The Who, What, Where, and When – Looking at the ins and out of the Council – what was decided and what was not decided.
Session #3 - The Main Issue – Who is Jesus and why it matters!
Session #4 - The Actual Creed from the Council and its Development
Session #5 - The Aftermath – Was the Creed and Council Successful?
Session #6 - The Beat Goes On – How some are still fighting against the Council and Creed of Nicaea.
Session #7 - Reformation Revisited – Essential Insights