Lay-Minister Garfield Elected U.S. President On March 4, 1850, an eighteen year old student committed his life to Jesus Christ. Baptized in the icy waters of the Chagrin River by the Disciples of Christ, he took his faith seriously and immediately began sharing it with others. Because of his warm personality, he found many opportunities to … More Today in Church (and US) History
Why did Martin Luther Post the 95 Theses? Please note all bold and colored print through out I have added for emphasis In the little town of Wittenberg, Germany, on this day, October 31, 1517, a priest nailed a challenge to debate on the church door. No one may have noticed then, but within the week, … More Today in Church History
The Christian Origin of the Red Cross Like so many institutions, organizations, and benevolent agencies, the Red Cross had its origin in the Christian Faith. As noted below in the brief thumbnail sketch, the Christian faith of banker and businessman, Henry Dunant, was the impetus behind the compassion that has been and continues to be … More Today in Church History
Constantine Triumphed under Sign of Cross The world experiences red letter days that no historian dare ignore. One of them occurred on this day, October 28, 312 when a 32-year-old claimant to the Roman Empire defeated his chief rival to the throne. Constantine’s father had been one of the rulers of the sprawling empire. After his death, … More Today in Church History
Sarah Hale Gave Us Thanksgiving Day Sarah Beull unrolled her brother’s gift to her. Horatio had given her a homemade diploma. “Mistress of Arts, Summa Cum Laude, Horatio Gates Beull College,” it read. Probably Sarah laughed. All through Horatio’s years at Dartmouth College, he had brought home his Latin, Mathematics and philosophy books and shared … More Today in Church History
Again this is another case of where the founders would be ashamed of what this once devout institution has become. – Mike Charter for College of New Jersey When William Tennent landed in Pennsylvania in 1716, after his long voyage from Scotland, he had no great plans for making a lasting impact on his new … More Today in Church History
Medical Missionary to the East Indies: Francis McDougall One of the little known stories of 19th century missions is that of Francis Thomas McDougall. It is the story of a forceful man. Francis was born in England but spent much of his childhood and youth overseas with his military father. Growing up, Francis became interested … More Today in Church History
I imagine it’s founders are turning over in their graves as the expression goes (or better yet raining tears in heaven); in light of what their school has become. – Mike Yale Founded to Fight Liberalism It may come as surprise that when Yale University was founded on this day, October 16, 1701, it was by … More Today in Church History
Ironside Laid Aside as Dead at Birth Harry Ironside was laid aside for dead when he was born on this day, October 14, 1876 in Toronto, Canada. His mother was in a bad state and needed of all the attention she could get if she were to pull through. But God had big plans for the “dead” … More Today in Church History
Christopher Columbus Discovers America (Sort Of¹), 1492 From Christianity.com: Probably every American school child old enough to study history has heard the little rhyme, “In October, 1492, Columbus sailed the ocean blue”, and the story has often been told of Columbus’ dream of finding the East or Asia by sailing west. Columbus is often held … More Today in Church History
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