July 25, 1845
On this day in Christian History, Canadian-born Catholic missionary Francois Blanchet was consecrated as bishop of the Pacific Northwest. He devoted 45 years to planting churches, and is remembered today as the 'Apostle of Oregon.'
25th July, 1899
On this day in Christian History, Birth of Stuart K. Hine. While an English missionary to the Ukraine, Hine penned the English words to an oft-sung Swedish hymn, known today as 'How Great Thou Art.'
25th July, 1915
On this day in Christian History, Ellsworth S. Thomas became the first African American ordained by the Assemblies of God in 1915.
25th July, 1936
On this day in Christian History, Ellsworth S. Thomas passed away. In his lifetime, he was the first African American ordained by the Assemblies of God on 25th July, 1915. He died exactly 21 years after.
25th July, 1951
On this day in Christian History, The Christian Reformed Church of Nigeria (CRC-N) was formally established during its inaugural meeting in Ibi. Originally named "Ekklisiyar Kristi a Sudan (EKAS) Lardin Benue," meaning "The Church of Christ in Sudan, Benue region," the church emerged from the missionary efforts of the Sudan United Mission (SUM) and later received support from the Christian Reformed Church in North America (CRCNA). This foundation marked a significant milestone in the growth of Reformed Christianity within Nigeria.
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