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This week in Christian history: Answers in Genesis sues Kentucky; the first Bonfire of the Vanities

By Michael Gryboski, Editor
Girolamo Savonarola (1452-1498), an Italian preacher, Catholic Church reformer, political activist, and mystic, depicted in a 19th-century painting, preaching against extravagant spending.
Girolamo Savonarola (1452-1498), an Italian preacher, Catholic Church reformer, political activist, and mystic, depicted in a 19th-century painting, preaching against extravagant spending. | Public Domain

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

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

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

The following pages highlight anniversaries of memorable events from this week in Christian history, including the first official "bonfire of the vanities," Answers in Genesis suing the state of Kentucky, and a bishop establishing a mission in the Congo.  

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