In a world ruled by empires and silenced by fear, a small band of believers dared to live and die—for a radical message: that Jesus Christ was risen. Rise of the Church is the gripping first installment in a bold documentary series exploring the explosive beginnings of Christianity. From the dusty streets of Jerusalem to the blood-soaked arenas of Rome, this film uncovers how a persecuted, underground movement became
the most influential force in human history. Anchored by the powerful words of Tertullian—“The blood of the martyrs is the seed of the Church”—this documentary brings to life the stories of early Christians who faced
death to keep the message alive.