7th August: Today in Christian History

7th August: Today in Christian History - The New Man Movement

 

August 7, 1852

On this day, Franklin Lawrence Sheppard, an American Presbyterian layman and music director was born. Sheppard composed the tune for the hymn "This Is My Father's World," contributing to Christian worship music. 


August 7, 1871

On this day, John A. Davis, a Protestant evangelist who founded the Practical Bible Training School was born. This Practical Bible Training School is now known as Davis College, to train ministers and missionaries.


August 7, 2020

After months of closure due to the COVID-19 pandemic in Nigeria, the Lagos State government approved the reopening of religious centres starting from August 7, 2020. Churches were permitted to hold services at 50% capacity, marking a significant step towards normalcy for Christian congregations in the state.


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