Archive - Clarior e Tenebris

Patrick and the Gospel in Ireland

Set aside the corned beef, shamrocks, and beer, and learn about the incredible story of God's grace in the life of Patrick.

Mar 13 • Ben Purves

December 2025

Jan Hus and Mighty Joy at Christmas

A Letter from Exile in Southern Bohemia, December 25, 1412

Dec 17, 2025 • Ben Purves

August 2025

Thomas Doolittle and Love for Jesus

Thomas Doolittle (1630-1707) is a lesser known Puritan and Nonconformist who is worthy of rediscovery, and we would do well to consider his example of…

Aug 15, 2025 • Ben Purves

The Twelve Conclusions of the Lollards

If you know a little about church history, you’re probably familiar with Martin Luther nailing his 95 Theses to the Castle Church door in Wittenberg on…

Aug 5, 2025 • Ben Purves

Introducing Clarior e Tenebris

For those of you who don't know me, my name is Ben Purves, and I have decided to start a personal blog on church life and church history.

Aug 4, 2025 • Ben Purves

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