14th June: Today in Christian History

 

 

14th June, 847

On this day in Christian History, Methodius I died. In his lifetime, he was the Patriarch of Constantinople, who was instrumental in the restoration of the veneration of icons in the Eastern Orthodox Church. 

14th June, 1381

On this day in Christian History, rebels involved in the Peasants' Revolt in England killed Archbishop Simon Sudbury.

14th June, 1910

On this day in Christian History, the World Missionary Conference was convened in Edinburgh, Scotland, marking a significant moment in the ecumenical movement and Protestant missionary efforts.

14th June, 1936

On this day in Christian History, Death of G.K. Chesterton, an English writer and Christian apologist known for his wit and defense of the Christian faith.

14th June, 1954

On this day in Christian History, U.S. President Dwight D. Eisenhower signed a bill adding the words "under God" to the Pledge of Allegiance.

14th June, 1801

On this day in Christian History, Heber C. Kimball was born. An early leader in the Latter Day Saint movement and a member of the original Quorum of the Twelve Apostles. He played a significant role in the westward expansion of the church. 

14th June, 1837

On this day in Christian History, William Chatterton Dix was born 1837. He was an English hymn writer and insurance manager, best known for composing the Christmas carol "What Child is This?" 

14th June, 1936

On this day in Christian History, George Hugh Niederauer was born. He was an American prelate of the Roman Catholic Church who served as the Archbishop of San Francisco from 2005 to 2012. 

14th June, 1945

On this day in Christian History, Death of Eliza Agnew, a missionary who dedicated her life to educating girls in Sri Lanka, significantly advancing female education in the region. 

14th June, 1950

On this day in Christian History, Rowan Williams was born. He was the 104th Archbishop of Canterbury, serving from 2002 to 2012. He is a distinguished theologian and poet, known for his scholarly contributions to Anglicanism.

14th June, 2025

• On this day in Christian History, The Fountain of Life Church held its 2nd Annual Daniel Taiwo Odukoya Memorial Lecture, a moment of reflection and honour for its Late Founder’s legacy that continues to inspire generations. It held on Saturday, 14th June 2025 by 10:00 AM Prompt at The Fountain of Life Church, 12 Industrial Estate Road, Off Town Planning Way, Ilupeju, Lagos. Speaking at the Memorial Lecture included the Past Vice-president of Nigeria, Prof. Yemi Osinbajo SAN, GCON, and Former President, Chief (Gen) Olusegun Obasanjo, GCFR
• On this day in Christian History, True Talk with TED (Teemikee, Ella and Darasimi) hosted the Marriageable Singles and Young Couples Conference by 9:00AM WAT prompt on the 14th of June 2025 at the Global Harvest Church, Liberty Road, Ibadan (Beside Jogor Center), Oyo State.