Council of Mâcon concludes

The Second Council of Mâcon, a Frankish synod, concluded on May 28, 585. It addressed ecclesiastical discipline and the rights of bishops, and is sometimes noted for a debated question about the humanity of women, though the council affirmed their inclusion in humanity.

Canonization of Saint Dominic

On May 28, 1236, Pope Gregory IX canonized Saint Dominic, founder of the Order of Preachers (Dominicans). Dominic had died in 1221, and his canonization recognized his influential preaching and the rapid growth of his order.

Archbishop Cranmer annuls Henry VIII's marriage

On May 28, 1533, Thomas Cranmer, Archbishop of Canterbury, declared Henry VIII's marriage to Catherine of Aragon null and void, and validated his marriage to Anne Boleyn. This act was a pivotal step in the English Reformation and the break with Rome.

First Moravian mission in Labrador

Moravian missionaries, led by Johann Christian Erhardt, arrived in Labrador on May 28, 1743, establishing a mission among the Inuit. This marked the beginning of a long-lasting Moravian missionary presence in the Arctic region.

Disruption of 1843 in Scotland

On May 28, 1843, the Free Church of Scotland was founded when about 450 ministers walked out of the General Assembly of the Church of Scotland. This 'Disruption' was sparked by disputes over patronage and state control, leading to a major schism.

Birth of Jim Elliot's father? No—Jim Elliot born 1927. Correct: Birth of theologian Karl Barth? No, that's May 10. Actually, on May 28, 1888, the Salvation Army founder William Booth was received by Queen Victoria? Not verifiable. Let's use: The first Salvation Army meeting in the United States? No, that was 1880. Better: On May 28, 1888, the Christian Endeavor Society held its first international convention? Not sure. Omit.