45 episodes

Kids Talk Church History is a one-of-a-kind podcast where kids investigate the history of the Church. Over two thousand years ago, Jesus said: “I will build my church, and the gates of hell will not prevail against it.” How has Jesus built and preserved His Church against all odds? Come with us on a trip through history to find the answer on Kids Talk Church History—a podcast in partnership with the Alliance of Confessing Evangelicals.

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    • Religion & Spirituality
    • 4.9 • 31 Ratings

Kids Talk Church History is a one-of-a-kind podcast where kids investigate the history of the Church. Over two thousand years ago, Jesus said: “I will build my church, and the gates of hell will not prevail against it.” How has Jesus built and preserved His Church against all odds? Come with us on a trip through history to find the answer on Kids Talk Church History—a podcast in partnership with the Alliance of Confessing Evangelicals.

    John Knox and the Reformation in Scotland

    John Knox and the Reformation in Scotland

    Growing up in a small town in southeast Scotland, John Knox could never have imagined that he would play a significant role in a powerful movement that transformed his country. From tutor to bodyguard to slave on a French galley, he was involved in some of the most crucial events of Scottish history before he turned 35. After a brief time in England, where he served as a preacher and pastor and met his wife, he moved to Germany and Geneva, only to be called back to Scotland to inspire a powerful reformation. Find out more about this enthralling story as Lucas, Linus, and Emma talk to Dr. Ewen Cameron, the Sir William Fraser Professor of Scottish History and Palaeography at the University of Edinburgh, Scotland.
    Our friends at Reformation Heritage Books have provided two copies of Simonetta Carr’s book about John Knox for our listeners. Register here for the opportunity to win a copy. 
    Would you like to be a guest host on Kids Talk Church History? We had so much fun the first time, we’re offering our listeners the opportunity again! If you’d like to join the hosts to discuss your favorite episodes and characters from our series on the Reformation, fill out this form. 

    • 31 min
    William Tyndale and the Reformation in England

    William Tyndale and the Reformation in England

    In 1536, an English priest and scholar was led from his cell to a place of execution, where he was burned to death on a pile of dry wood. His crime? He translated the Bible into English. His name is William Tyndale. Why would an esteemed scholar put himself in such danger just to see the Bible placed in the hands of all English people? And why would the government hunt him down and kill him? Find out more as Lucas, Linus, and Grace chat with Emily Lucas, tutor in Church History at Union School of Theology in London.
    Our friends at Reformation Heritage Books have provided two copies of Simonetta Carr’s book about Lady Jane Grey for our listeners. Register here for the opportunity to win a copy. 
     
    Would you like to be a guest host on Kids Talk Church History? We had so much fun the first time, we’re offering our listeners the opportunity again! If you’d like to join the hosts to discuss your favorite episodes and characters from our series on the Reformation, fill out this form. 
     
    Show Notes:
    Article by Simonetta Carr about William Tyndale:
    https://www.placefortruth.org/blog/william-tyndale-and-sola-scriptura

    • 33 min
    The Reformation in Spain

    The Reformation in Spain

    Did the message of the Protestant Reformation reach Spain? If so, why was it completely repressed while other countries embraced it? Why don't we know more about the thousands of Spanish people who followed the Reformation? Find out all this and more as our hosts, Lucas, Linus, and Grace, interview Dr. Andrew Messmer, professor at the International Faculty of Theology in Barcelona, and hear the exciting stories of the brave men and women of the Spanish Reformation.
    Our friends at Reformation Heritage Books have provided two copies of Simonetta Carr’s book about Julia Gonzaga for our listeners. Register here for the opportunity to win a copy. 
    We’re also excited to offer a listener the opportunity to be a guest host on Kids Talk Church History like we did for the first time a few months ago! If you’d like to join the hosts to discuss your favorite episodes and characters from our series on the Reformation, fill out this form. 
     
    Show Notes:
    The most widely used version of the Bible in Spain today is the Reina-Valera. For more information: https://www.museumofthebible.org/book-minute/the-reinavalera-bible
    Article by Simonetta Carr about Juan Pérez de Pineda and other Spanish Reformers:
    https://www.placefortruth.org/blog/juan-p%C3%A9rez-de-pineda-and-other-spanish-reformers
     

    • 29 min
    Jeanne d'Albret and the Reformation in France

    Jeanne d'Albret and the Reformation in France

    In December 1560, Jeanne d'Albret, Queen of Navarre, displayed great courage by publicly professing her Reformed faith at a time when the larger Kingdom of France, to which Navarre was strongly connected, was firmly Roman Catholic. Join Lucy, Trinity, and Christian as they discover what happened after Jeanne's profession of faith and how the Reformation in France progressed for a while and was eventually suppressed by the government. Their guest today is Christine Farenhorst, author of Wings Like a Dove: The Courage of Queen Jeanne D'albret, published by P&R Books.
    Thanks to P&R Publishing, we have two copies of Christine Farernhorst's book to offer our listeners. Register here for the opportunity to win one. 

    • 24 min
    The Reformation in Italy

    The Reformation in Italy

    When we think of the Protestant Reformation, we usually think of countries like Germany, Switzerland, England, and the Netherlands. We rarely think of Italy. And yet, a Reformation started there too, but was quickly crushed by the Roman Catholic Church. What most people don't know is that teachings like justification by faith were not officially condemned by the Roman Catholic Church until 1547. And yet, many people who believed in that teaching in Italy were imprisoned or killed before then. Learn more about the intriguing story of the Italian Reformation as Lucy, Trinity, and Christian talk to Rev. Michael Brown, pastor of Chiesa Riformata Filadelfia in Milan, Italy.
    One of the Italian Reformers mentioned in the podcast was Peter Martyr Vermigli. Thanks to the generosity of our friends at Reformation Heritage Books, we are pleased to offer two copies of Simonetta Carr's book about Vermigli to our listeners. Register here for the opportunity to win a copy!
    Show Notes:
    Pastor Brown's ministry in Italy: https://www.reformationitaly.org/

    • 32 min
    John Calvin

    John Calvin

    Who was John Calvin, and why was he important in church history? Was he a killjoy, as some people say (and some portraits make him look)? What does the word predestination mean, and why is it good news? Find out all these things and more with our hosts, Trinity, Christian, and Linus, as they interview their knowledgeable and enthusiastic guest, Dr. Herman Selderhuis. As a bonus, learn how to say "good-bye" in Dutch!
    Thanks to our generous friends at Reformation Heritage Books, we had two copies of Simonetta Carr’s book about John Calvin to give to our listeners. Congratulations to Chris B. from Camp Hill, PA and Christopher D. from Gulf Breeze, FL!
     
    Show Notes:
    Books by and about John Calvin:
    John Calvin by Simonetta Carr: https://reformedresources.org/john-calvin-christian-biographies-for-young-readers-hardcover/
    Letters of John Calvin: https://banneroftruth.org/us/store/letters/letters-of-john-calvin/

    • 34 min

Customer Reviews

4.9 out of 5
31 Ratings

31 Ratings

terry:2024 ,

Excellent!

Wonderful information and stories about people from church history. Keep up the good work!

Caleb41021 ,

great podcast

This is a great podcast, filled with biblically accurate information, the only thing that is keeping this review from a 5 star review is that the kids, while great, have a kind of monotone type of discussing, and sound very heavily scripted. But, in light of that, they are very good at keeping the facts straight

M.G.Brown1543 ,

Outstanding! Highly recommended for kids and adults alike!

If you are interested in church history, this podcast is for you, regardless of your age. It is unique in that kids (some very bright ones, I should add) participate and lead the program. However, just like Simonetta Carr’s excellent series “Christian Biographies for Young Readers”, this podcast is designed for young listeners but is perfectly suitable for adults. Many Christians know little about the history of the church. As a result, they're missing a testament to God's faithfulness over the centuries. Introducing the next generation to church history can help protect the church from error and motivate us to persevere in the faith. I highly recommend “Kids Talk Church History” as a great way to redime the time in the car on trips or whenever the family listens to podcasts.

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