Francis Scott Key
Death of Francis Scott Key. Although usually remembered as the author of America’s national anthem, Key was also a devoted member of the Protestant Episcopal Church, and taught Bible classes in and around Washington, D.C. He was also among the organizers of the Domestic and Foreign Missionary Society, founded in 1820.
When was Christmas first celebrated? In an old list of Roman bishops who conducted mass complied in 354 A.D., these words appear for the year 336 A.D. – “25 Decem natus Christus in Betleem Judeae.” – “December 25, Christ born in Bethlehem, Judea.: This day, December 25, 336 A.D., is the first recorded celebration of Christ’s mass in recognition of his birth.
Lewis Henry Redner
Birth of Lewis Henry Redner, organist and composer of the hymn tun for “O Little Town of Bethlehem”, in Philadelphia, PA. A devoted churchman, he served as Sunday school Superintendent for 19 years at the Holy Trinity Episcopal Church. He also served as organist for the church.
The International Bible Society was founded in New York City as an interdenominational agency for translating, producing and distributing the Scriptures. Since then, I.B.S. has distributed the Word of God to over 150 countries in the world.
Benjamin Disraeli
British statesman Benjamin Disraeli declared in a speech delivered at Oxford University: “Man is a being born to believe, and if no church comes forward with all the title deeds of truth, he will find altars and idols in his own heart and his own imagination.”
Selena came to MABC in 2010
Steve came to MABC in 2010
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Children’s Church MinistriesSherry began her ministry at Meridian Avenue Baptist Church in January of 2024.
Rick began his ministry at Meridian Avenue Baptist Church in January of 2024.
