This week in Christian history: Battle of Sudomer, mission school established, Gunpowder Plot priest trial begins

By Michael Gryboski, Editor Sunday, March 24, 2024

An illustration depicting some of the figures connected to the Nov. 5, 1605 Gunpowder Plot, which sought to assassinate Parliament in response to the passage of anti-Catholic legislation. | Wikimedia Commons

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

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

Some of the events drawn from over 2,000 years of history might be familiar, while others might be unknown to many people.

The following pages highlight anniversaries of memorable events that occurred this week in Christian history. They include the establishment of a missionary school in Michigan, the Hussite victory at Sudoměř, and the trial for a priest tied to the 1605 Gunpowder Plot.

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