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This week in Christian history: Eddie Long dies, Altona Confession released

By Michael Gryboski, Editor
Thousands attend the funeral of Bishop Eddie Long at New Birth Missionary Baptist Church in Lithonia, Georgia, Jan. 25, 2017.
Thousands attend the funeral of Bishop Eddie Long at New Birth Missionary Baptist Church in Lithonia, Georgia, Jan. 25, 2017. | (Screengrab via Newbirthlive.tv)

Throughout the Church's extensive history, 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 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 death of Eddie Long, the issuing of the Altona Confession and the consecration of Pope Sisinnius.

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