This week in Christian history: communion on the moon; ‘Mother of Methodism’ dies; John V becomes pope

By Michael Gryboski, Mainline Church Editor
A snap of the Apollo 11 taken in 1969
A snap of the Apollo 11 taken in 1969 | Reuters

Christianity is a faith with a long and detailed history, with numerous events of lasting significance occurring throughout the ages.

Each week brings the anniversaries of great milestones, horrid tragedies, amazing triumphs, and everything in between.

Here are three things that happened this week, July 19-25, in Church history. They include John V becoming pope, the “mother of Methodism” passing away, and Buzz Aldrin taking Communion during the first moon landing.

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