This week in Christian history: All-Russian Church Council opens, James Strong born

By Michael Gryboski, Mainline Church Editor Twitter
Leaders meet for the 1917–1918 Local Council of the Orthodox Church of Russia, which examined several internal and external issues facing the denomination amid the First World War and Russian Revolution.
Leaders meet for the 1917–1918 Local Council of the Orthodox Church of Russia, which examined several internal and external issues facing the denomination amid the First World War and Russian Revolution. | Wikimedia Commons

Throughout the extensive history of the Church, there have been numerous events of lasting significance.

Each week brings anniversaries of impressive milestones, unforgettable tragedies, amazing triumphs, memorable births and notable deaths.

Some of the events drawn from over 2,000 years of history might be familiar, while others might be unknown to many people.

Get Our Latest News for FREE

Subscribe to get daily/weekly email with the top stories (plus special offers!) from The Christian Post. Be the first to know.

The following pages highlight anniversaries of memorable events that occurred this week — Aug. 11 to Aug. 17 —  in Christian history. They include the death of Elizabeth Prentiss, the birth of James Strong and the opening of an influential Russian Orthodox Church council.

Follow Michael Gryboski on Twitter or Facebook

Was this article helpful?

Help keep The Christian Post free for everyone.

By making a recurring donation or a one-time donation of any amount, you're helping to keep CP's articles free and accessible for everyone.

$25/month$50/quarter$100/yearOne-time

We’re sorry to hear that.

Hope you’ll give us another try and check out some other articles. Return to homepage.