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This week in Christian history: ‘Amazing Grace’ first sung, Robert Boyle's thunderstorm conversion experience

By Michael Gryboski, Editor Twitter
Canterbury Cathedral stands under clouds, on July 16, 2008, in Canterbury, England.
Canterbury Cathedral stands under clouds, on July 16, 2008, in Canterbury, England. | Peter Macdiarmid/Getty Images

Throughout the Church's extensive history, numerous events of lasting significance have occurred.

Each week marks anniversaries of significant milestones, unforgettable tragedies, remarkable triumphs, notable births and notable deaths.

Some events spanning 2,000 years of history might be familiar, while others might be unknown to many.

The following pages highlight anniversaries of notable events in Christian history, including the first performance of “Amazing Grace,” Robert Boyle’s conversion experience and John Wycliffe's suffering of a stroke.

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