Monday, July 13, 2026

This week in Christian history: Church of England allows female bishops; John Ball executed

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By Michael Gryboski, Editor Twitter

Members of the Church of England's Synod attend the session during which they will discuss and vote on the consecration of women bishops, in York, July 14, 2014.
Members of the Church of England’s Synod attend the session during which they will discuss and vote on the consecration of women bishops, in York, July 14, 2014. | REUTERS/Nigel Roddis

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

Each week marks anniversaries of milestones, tragedies, triumphs, notable births and deaths.

Some events, spanning more than 2,000 years of history, might be familiar, while others may be unknown to many.

The following pages highlight anniversaries of memorable events from this week in Christian history, including the Church of England voting to allow female bishops, the execution of John Ball and John III becoming pope.

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