741
Pope Zachary elected
Zachary, a Greek from Calabria, was elected pope on November 28, 741. He is known for his diplomatic skills, including negotiating peace with the Lombards and supporting Boniface's missionary work in Germany.
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1520
Pope Leo X issues bull Exsurge Domine
On this date, Pope Leo X issued the papal bull Exsurge Domine, threatening Martin Luther with excommunication if he did not recant 41 propositions from his writings. Luther's refusal led to his formal excommunication in 1521.
1660
Founding of the Royal Society (with clerical members)
The Royal Society of London, which included many Anglican clergy and theologians among its early fellows, was formally founded on November 28, 1660. It promoted experimental science, which influenced Christian natural theology.
1843
KaΚ»ahumanu, Hawaiian Christian queen, dies
Queen KaΚ»ahumanu, who converted to Christianity and promoted Protestant missions in Hawaii, died on November 28, 1843. She helped establish the first Christian schools and laws in the islands.
1859
First Baptist Church in Nigeria founded
The First Baptist Church in Nigeria was established on November 28, 1859, by Southern Baptist missionaries. It became a foundation for Baptist growth in West Africa.
1895
First Christian Endeavor Society in Australia
The first Christian Endeavor Society in Australia was organized on November 28, 1895. This interdenominational youth movement emphasized prayer, service, and Christian fellowship.
1912
First issue of 'The Christian Century' as a weekly
On November 28, 1912, The Christian Century, originally a Disciples of Christ publication, began weekly publication. It became a leading voice of mainline Protestantism in the United States.
1964
Vatican II promulgates Orientalium Ecclesiarum
On November 28, 1964, Pope Paul VI promulgated the decree Orientalium Ecclesiarum, affirming the rights and traditions of Eastern Catholic Churches. It encouraged unity and respect for Eastern liturgical practices.
1990
John Paul II appoints first native African cardinal from Burkina Faso
Pope John Paul II named Paul Zoungrana, Archbishop of Ouagadougou, as the first cardinal from Burkina Faso on November 28, 1990. This highlighted the growth of the Catholic Church in Africa.