'Shadow Empire' to Shed Light on the Issue of Religious Liberty While Exploring the Life of Constantine the Great

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1 Adventist Heritage Center From: Jim Ford Sent: Thursday, April 7, :04 AM To: Adventist Heritage Center Subject: FW: Voice of Prophecy E-Newsletter: Shadow Empire Coming April 28! From: Voice of Prophecy Update Sent: Tuesday, April 05, :50 PM To: Jim Ford Subject: Voice of Prophecy E Newsletter: Shadow Empire Coming April 28! 'Shadow Empire' to Shed Light on the Issue of Religious Liberty While Exploring the Life of Constantine the Great April 5, 2016 In recent years, religious liberty has been the topic of much debate and discussion. In fact, the Barna Group released a report showing that concerns over religious freedom in America have grown significantly. From overt questions about the right to worship, to people upset about coffee cups they felt didn't represent the Christmas holiday, the conversation has often been heated. Starting April 28, through a four-part event called Shadow Empire, churches across North America will explore this fascinating subject as revealed through the Bible, in addition to a source that illustrates the topic perfectly: the life of the Emperor Constantine. This series, hosted by Voice of Prophecy Speaker/Director Shawn Boonstra, will take a documentary-style, Bible-based approach to this topic. Boonstra recently traveled to countries such as Serbia, Italy and 1

2 Turkey to make history come to life and reveal little-known details about this intriguing historical figure. Boonstra was even granted rare access to a major archeological dig site, on the location believed to be one of Constantine s homes. It's the story of an unlikely emperor born out of wedlock and into poverty, who rose to power against staggering odds, and whose legacy has endured for centuries. "This series will be an honest examination of church history in the light of Bible prophecy, and it will answer many questions people have today," said Boonstra. "By simply taking a fascinating trip into the past, the world we live in now will suddenly make a lot more sense." This series will address questions such as: Was the marriage of Constantine s government and the church a good thing for Christians? Why did the early Christians have so much trouble fitting in? Did Bible prophecy really predict that the government would persecute the church? Was it a good idea for the Roman emperor to step in and try to solve the internal disputes within the church? If Christians really are Jesus' followers, then why do they still have arguments? 2

3 Shadow Empire will involve both documentary-style and live elements. All are welcome to attend this free event. "During Shadow Empire, you will learn how Constantine's impact continues to echo through the lives of every person on earth today," said Boonstra. "I hope you will join us for this intriguing study!" Topics will include: "The Rise of the Early Church," "The Persecution of the Church," "A Marriage of Church and State" and "Constantine's Christianity." Shadow Empire will begin Thursday, April 28. Learn more, watch the trailer, and find the location near you at To support this series with a tax-deductible donation, please visit this page. The Man Who Betrayed Christ 3

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