The Age of Reason and Revival (1648-1789)
Top of the Catholic Church's most wanted list. LOL. Initiator of the Protestant Reformation after posting 95 Theses after having many issues with the Catholic Church and their use of indulgences; led to formation of Protestant denominations, like the Lutherans
Who was Martin Luther? (1483 to 1546)
Founder of the Pietists, a group of Lutheran Christians dedication to Bible study groups for spiritual development; known for personal devotion and piety
Who was Phillipp Spener? (1635 to 1705)
American Baptist pastor and a leading advocate for religious liberty; played a key role in the separation of church and state in the U.S.; believed salvation came through faith, not government; helped establish a Baptist church to promote these ideals
Who was Isaac Backus? (1724 to 1806)
Urban revivalist and evangelist who focused on personal salvation through faith in Christ; emphasized soul-winning, prepared believers for Christ’s second coming, and helped popularize the Sinner’s Prayer
Who was Dwight L. Moody? (1837 to 1899)
Global conflict driven by fascism, resulting in the deaths of 61 million people; in addition to persecution of the Jews, churches were destroyed, clergy were killed, and believers faced persecution; raised ongoing questions about the church’s role in political crises
What was World War II? (1939 to 1945)
Founder of Calvinism which emphasizes predestination and sovereignty of God; established foundation for Reformed denominations
Who was John Calvin? (1509 to 1564)
American preacher who gave the famous sermon "Sinners in the Hands of an Angry God;" known for his stoic and emotionless preaching
Who was Jonathan Edwards? (1703 to 1758)
Key figure in modern theology who emphasized personal religious experience over biblical authority; wanted to make Christianity relevant to intellectuals and reshaped faith as an inner experience rather than a set of doctrines
Who was Friedrich Schleiermacher? (1768 to 1834)
Key figure in the Pentecostal movement, preaching baptism in the Holy Spirit with speaking in tongues as evidence; launched Azusa Street Revival
Who was William Joseph Seymour? (1870 to 1922)
Renowned evangelist who played a key role in promoting evangelical Christianity; he founded Christianity Today and became one of the most influential Christian leaders of the 20th century
Who was Billy Graham? (1918 to 2018)
Founder of Jesuit order, which is considered greatest force in Catholicism's campaign against rise Protestantism, and emphasized personal devotion to Jesus
Who was Ignatius of Loyola? (1491 to 1556)
The first American revival that swept through Britain and the American colonies, which revitalized Protestant Christianity, and shaped American religious identity
English politician and evangelical leader of the Clapham Sect, a group dedicated to social reform and righteousness in England; passionate opponent of slavery who spent decades rallying support leading to the abolition of the slave trade in 1807 and full emancipation just days before his death
Who was William Wilberforce? (1759 to 1833)
Movement led by William Joseph Seymour in California that emphasized speaking in tongues, healings, and a new spiritual experience; sparked the global spread of Pentecostalism
What was the Azusa Street Revival? (1906)
1953, first XA group emerges at Southwest Missouri State College
When did the first Chi Alpha group launch? (1953)
King of England who formed Anglican Church after wanting divorce from wife after not conceiving a son which led to division within Christianity in England
Who was Henry VIII? (1491 to 1547)
GOD BLESS THE USA!!!!!!!!! Document recognizing America's independence from Britain
What was the American Declaration of Independence? (1776)
Longest-serving pope, known for defining papal infallibility and declaring the Immaculate Conception as dogma; initially granted a constitution to the Papal States but later reverted to absolutist rule and became the self-proclaimed "prisoner of the Vatican;" fiercely opposing modern movements like socialism, freedom of the press, and separation of church and state
Who was Pope Pius IX? (1846 to 1878)
Rise of spirit-led Christian traditions fueled by Azusa Street Revival and Holiness movement and focused on gifts of the Holy Spirit
Very important council which implemented new liturgy practices like having the priest face congregation, the mass is spoken in the native language, and the exchange of the sign of peace.
What is Vatican II? (1962 to 1965)
First large-scale protestant missionary force; community made of majority missionaries known for 24 hour prayer meetings
Who were the Moravians? (15th century)
Co-founder of Methodism, emphasized prayer, Bible study, and frequent communion; helped to revitalize religious life in England and its colonies, uplifted the poor, and inspired overseas missions and evangelical social movements; his time in the U.S. ended in failure
Who was John Wesley? (1703 to 1791)
Scientist who revolutionized science with his theory of natural selection which challenged traditional Christian views of creation; his ideas sparked intense debates between science and religion, but they did not gain widespread acceptance during his lifetime
What was Charles Darwin's publication of On the Origin of Species? (November 24, 1859)
Fellowship founded in Hot Springs, Arkansas born out of the Pentecostal revival movement in early 20th century, influenced by Azusa Street Revival; emphasized baptism of the Holy Spirit, speaking in tongues, spiritual gifts, and divine healing
What is the Assemblies of God/its founding? (1914)
May 29, 2002
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Pope Francis takes office after Pope Benedict retired as the first South American pope; very pastoral leader who has emphasized social justice and care for the poor; very liked and very disliked by some.
When is my birthday? (2002)
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Who is Pope Francis? (2013)