St. Clement of Rome

Session #1
Thursday, February 5, 2026 at 7:00 PM
Christ Lutheran Church, Manhattan, KS

Introduction to Lutheran engagement with the early fathers, with focused reading on St. Clement of Rome and First Clement.

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Study Materials

Lutherans and the Early Church Fathers
Confessional Lutheranism and its continuity with the Early Church Fathers
Clement of Rome
Primary Session handout focused on First Clement's overview and themes

Church Father Writings

First Clement / Letter to the Corinthians
Primary-source text for discussion and follow-up reading.

Session Focus

This first session introduces how Lutherans can read the early fathers faithfully without collapsing confessional distinctives.

Reading Highlights

Key attention is given to Clement’s pastoral concern for unity, order, repentance, and continuity with apostolic teaching in First Clement.

Follow-Up

Review the study guides, then read through First Clement.