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This week in Christian history: Luis Palau NYC event draws 60,000, Thomas More executed

By Michael Gryboski, Editor Twitter
Evangelist Luis Palau speaks on stage on the Great Lawn at Central Park on July 11, 2015, in New York City.
Evangelist Luis Palau speaks on stage on the Great Lawn at Central Park on July 11, 2015, in New York City. | The Luis Palau Association

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 may be unknown to many.

The following pages highlight anniversaries of memorable events that occurred this week in Christian history. They include the execution of Sir Thomas More, the issuing of the Pragmatic Sanction of Bourges, and a Luis Palau evangelism event in New York City that drew 60,000 attendees.

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