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This week in Christian history: Martin Luther King Sr. dies; Amy Carmichael goes to India

By Michael Gryboski, Editor
The Chapel of the Good Shepherd at the campus of The General Theological Seminary, a seminary of The Episcopal Church that dates back to the early 19th century.
The Chapel of the Good Shepherd at the campus of The General Theological Seminary, a seminary of The Episcopal Church that dates back to the early 19th century. | Screengrab: YouTube/General Seminary

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 might be unknown to many.

The following pages highlight anniversaries of memorable events that occurred this week in Christian history, including the arrival of Amy Carmichael in India, the death of Martin Luther King Sr., and the election of Charles Anderson as presiding bishop.

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