By Michael Gryboski, Mainline Church Editor 
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.
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The following pages highlight anniversaries of memorable events that occurred this week in Christian history. They include the birth of an Episcopal Church leader, Charles Stanley naming his successor, and the beginning of the First Vatican Council.
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