This week in Christian history: Conservative UMC group formed, Fourth Council of Constantinople begins, John of Capistrano enters order

The Wesleyan Covenant Association's Global Gathering event at Mt. Bethel United Methodist Church in Marietta, Georgia in November 2018. Approximately 2,500 people attended.
The Wesleyan Covenant Association's Global Gathering event at Mt. Bethel United Methodist Church in Marietta, Georgia in November 2018. Approximately 2,500 people attended. | Facebook/Wesleyan Covenant Association

Christian history is filled with moments that shaped the Church — from milestones and triumphs to tragedies, controversies and the lives of influential believers.

Every week brings anniversaries of events spanning more than 2,000 years, some well-known and others largely forgotten.

Here are some of the notable events remembered this week in Christian history, including John of Capistrano becoming a monk, the Fourth Council of Constantinople and the launch of a conservative United Methodist group.

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