This week in Christian history: Charles Spurgeon’s final sermon, United Church of Canada founded

A cross is captured through some ornamental railings in the Fort Kochi area in the state of Kerala in South India.
A cross is captured through some ornamental railings in the Fort Kochi area in the state of Kerala in South India. | Getty Images

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

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

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

The following pages highlight anniversaries of memorable events from this week in Christian history, including the final sermon of Charles Spurgeon, the founding of the United Church of Canada, and the Knights of Malta's surrender to Napoleon Bonaparte.

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