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The eldest uncle of the late Julian Derr, who passed away this week from a car accident, would like to give a heartfelt “thank you” to the courageous Good Samaritan who pulled him from the burning car ...

These letters concern an episode which marks the first time the Roman government recognized Christianity as a religion separate from Judaism, and sets a precedent for the massive persecution of ...