[Jvette]

Of course, in the beginning of the Church, individuals did not have a copy of any of the NT writings and therefore could not read it for themselves.

The readings were only done communally. But, then not everyone is concerned with facts.

[Elsie]

Of course, in the beginning of the Church, individuals did not have a copy of any of the NT writings and therefore could not read it for themselves.

But if they'd go to their priest, then HE would let them read all they wanted; right?