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This week in Christian history: English Jesuit martyred, pope deposed, missionary travels to South Africa

2024-12-02 06:06:18

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

Each week marks 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.

The following pages highlight anniversaries of memorable events that occurred this week in Christian history. They include the execution of Edmund Campion, the deposing of Pope John XII, and Daniel Lindley leaving for South Africa.