14th July: Today in Christian History

 


14th July, 664

On this day in Christian History, Eorcenberht, the king of Kent, passed away. In his lifetime, he was known for his Christian faith and efforts to promote Christianity in his kingdom.

14th July, 1223

On this day in Christian History, Philip II, king of France, died. He played a significant role in the history of the Christian Crusades.

14th July, 1486

On this day in Christian History, Margaret of Denmark, queen consort of Scotland and a devout Christian, passed away.

14th July, 1575

On this day in Christian History, Richard Taverner, an English translator known for his work on the Bible, died.

14th July, 1792 

On this day in Christian History, Samson Occom, a Mohegan missionary and preacher, passed away. He was the first Native American to be ordained as a Presbyterian minister.

14th July, 1833

On this day in Christian History, Anglican clergyman John Keble delivered his famous sermon on national apostasy, marking the beginning of the Oxford Movement in England.

14th July, 1884

On this day in Christian History, an American preacher and gospel singer, Reverend J. M. Gates was born. He was one of the most prolific gospel recording artists of the early 20th century, known for his dynamic sermons and musical recordings.

July 14, 1912 

On this day in Christian History, E.L. Arndt's Mission to China: E.L. Arndt set out for China, laying the groundwork for the Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod's mission work in the country.

July 14, 1952

On this day in Christian History, an American Christian evangelist and missionary, Franklin Graham was born. He is the president and CEO of the Billy Graham Evangelistic Association (BGEA) and of Samaritan's Purse, an international Christian relief organization. He is the son of the renowned evangelist Billy Graham.  




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