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Christian History Almanac
The Christian History Almanac is a daily 5-minute podcast that highlights those stories- sometimes well known, other times less so- that have shaped the history of the church. Hosted by historian and author Dr. Daniel van Voorhis, each daily podcast concludes with a piece of prose or poetry and the reminder that because of the Good News, everything is going to be ok.
Episodes
Christian History AlmanacThursday, August 20, 2026
Today on the Christian History Almanac, we remember St Stephen, his Right Hand, and Hungarian Christianity. Show Notes: Support the work at 1517 1517 on…
Christian History AlmanacWednesday, August 19, 2026
Today on the Christian History Almanac, we remember the most underrated Scot in Church History: Alexander Henderson. Show Notes: Support the work at 1517 1517…
Christian History AlmanacTuesday, August 18, 2026
Today on the Christian History Almanac, we consider the "lives of saints" on an anniversary for a man most famous for his cataloging of them. Show Notes…
Christian History AlmanacMonday, August 17, 2026
Today on the Christian History Almanac, we head to the mailbag to answer a question about Mary in the Reformation traditions. Show Notes: Support the work at…
Christian History AlmanacThe Christian History Almanac Presents: The Most American of Religious Movements — The Churches of Christ
Weekend Edition for August 15-16, 2026 Show Notes: Support the work at 1517 1517 on YouTube 1517 Podcast Network on Apple Podcasts 1517 Events Schedule 1517…
Christian History AlmanacFriday, August 14, 2026
Today on the Christian History Almanac, we remember the building of one of Christianity's most impressive churches (and an old coin that threw us off). Show…
Christian History AlmanacThursday, August 13, 2026
Today on the Christian History Almanac, we remember a man between two worlds (and one of Dan's favorite theologians) Geerhardus Vos. GTI Zoom Info Meeting on…
Christian History AlmanacWednesday, August 12, 2026
Today on the Christian History Almanac, we remember the beginning of the end of the Knights Templar. GTI Zoom Info Meeting on August 11th at 7 pm Eastern/4 pm…
Christian History AlmanacTuesday, August 11, 2026
Today on the Christian History Almanac, we remember Nicholas of Cusa and the 15th century that almost was. GTI Zoom Info Meeting on August 11th at 7 pm…
Christian History AlmanacMonday, August 10, 2026
Today on the Christian History Almanac, we head to the mailbag to answer a question about the church in Ireland. GTI Zoom Info Meeting on August 11th at 7 pm…
Christian History AlmanacThe CHA Weekend Edition Presents: Sarah Laughed: A Brief History of Faith and Humor (Reprise)
Weekend Edition for August 8-9, 2026 GTI Zoom Info Meeting on August 11th at 7 pm Eastern/4 pm Pacific: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/89787313197 Show Notes…
Christian History AlmanacFriday, August 7, 2026
Today on the Christian History Almanac, we remember an early church saint with a curious afterlife. GTI Zoom Info Meeting on August 11th at 7 pm Eastern/4 pm…
Christian History AlmanacThursday, August 6, 2026
Today on the Christian History Almanac, we remember a man behind an (in)famous woman, a curious American denomination, and Corn Flakes. GTI Zoom Info Meeting…
Christian History AlmanacWednesday, August 5, 2026
Today on the Christian History Almanac, we remember a Reformation genius obsessed with time. GTI Zoom Info Meeting on August 11th at 7 pm Eastern/4 pm Pacific…
Christian History AlmanacTuesday, August 4, 2026
Today on the Christian History Almanac, we remember a Renaissance comedian/cardinal and his very famous washroom. GTI Zoom Info Meeting on August 11th at 7 pm…
Christian History AlmanacMonday, August 3, 2026
Today on the Christian History Almanac, we head to the mailbag to answer a question about making the "sign of the cross" and its history. GTI Zoom Info Meeting…
Christian History AlmanacThe CHA Weekend Edition Presents: Maximus, A Man Caught in Middle (and why the Doctrine of the Two Natures in Jesus Really Matters)
Weekend Edition for August 1-2, 2026 GTI Zoom Info Meeting on August 11th at 7 pm Eastern/4 pm Pacific: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/89787313197 Show Notes…
Christian History AlmanacFriday, July 31, 2026
Today on the Christian History Almanac, we remember an eccentric American preacher and the remarkable story of a cult turned Evangelical church. GTI Zoom Info…
Christian History AlmanacThursday, July 30, 2026
Today on the Christian History Almanac, we remember the revolutionary and radical priest Miguel Hidalgo y Castillo. GTI Zoom Info Meeting on August 11th at 7…
Christian History AlmanacWednesday, July 29, 2026
Today on the Christian History Almanac, we remember Alexis de Tocqueville and his particular thoughts on religion and politics in America. GTI Zoom Info…
Christian History AlmanacTuesday, July 28, 2026
Today on the Christian History Almanac, we remember the H-mao Christians in China and their suppression by the Communist Party. GTI Zoom Info Meeting on August…
Christian History AlmanacMonday, July 27, 2028
Today on the Christian History Almanac, we head to the mailbag to answer a question about Christianity, Science, and Galileo. GTI Zoom Info Meeting on August…
Christian History AlmanacThe Christian History Almanac Presents: Hidden in Plain Sight — the Apocrypha For the Rest of Us
Weekend Edition for July 25-26, 2026 GTI Zoom Info Meeting on August 11th at 7 pm Eastern/4 pm Pacific: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/89787313197 Show Notes…
Christian History AlmanacFriday, July 24, 2026
Today on the Christian History Almanac, we remember a forgotten pioneer in Christian History and apologetics: Nathaniel Lardner. GTI Zoom Info Meeting on…
Christian History AlmanacThursday, July 23, 2026
Today on the Christian History Almanac, we tell the story of the Armenian dairy farmer and the Pentecostal movement in the 20th century. GTI Zoom Info Meeting…
Christian History AlmanacWednesday, July 22, 2026
Today on the Christian History Almanac, we remember the often misidentified "Apostle of the Apostles" and "Strong Tower": Mary Magdalene. GTI Zoom Info Meeting…
Christian History AlmanacTuesday, July 21, 2026
Today on the Christian History Almanac, we explore the controversial inquisitions of the church. GTI Zoom Info Meeting on August 11th at 7 pm Eastern/4 pm…
Christian History AlmanacMonday, July 20, 2026
Today on the Christian History Almanac, we head to the mailbag to answer a question about churches in the American South. GTI Zoom Info Meeting on August 11th…
Christian History AlmanacThe CHA Weekend Edition Presents: The Mystery of the Dead Sea Scrolls
Weekend Edition for July 18-19, 2026 GTI Zoom Info Meeting on August 11th at 7 pm Eastern/4 pm Pacific: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/89787313197 Show Notes…
Christian History AlmanacFriday, July 17, 2026
Today on the Christian History Almanac, we remember a Utopian Lutheran and his plans, which were dashed by a man now better known for his son and baseball…
Christian History AlmanacThursday, July 16, 2026
Today on the Christian History Almanac, we look at the Carmelites and ask why some of them don't wear shoes… Show Notes: Support the work at 1517 1517 on…
Christian History AlmanacWednesday, July 15, 2026
Today on the Christian History Almanac, we remember the landmark discovery of an ancient text on this day in 1799. Show Notes: Support the work at 1517 1517 on…
Christian History AlmanacTuesday, July 14, 2026
Today on the Christian History Almanac, we remember Jacob Voragine and his "Golden Legend" — the most important theological text in the Middle Ages you've…
Christian History AlmanacMonday, July 13, 2026
Today on the Christian History Almanac, we head to the mailbag to answer a question about Christian strong men and their feats of strength (!) Show Notes…
Christian History AlmanacThe CHA Weekend Edition Presents: Church History's Mysteries, Vol. 2
Weekend Edition for July 11-12, 2026 Show Notes: Support the work at 1517 1517 on YouTube 1517 Podcast Network on Apple Podcasts 1517 Events Schedule 1517…
Christian History AlmanacFriday, July 10, 2026
Today on the Christian History Almanac, we remember a 20th-century Russian monk with a story so remarkable and improbable it has raised questions. Show Notes…
Christian History AlmanacThursday, July 9, 2026
Today on the Christian History Almanac, we remember the complicated Elector Maurice and his Reformation-era flip-flops. Show Notes: Give to the June 1517…
Christian History AlmanacWednesday, July 8, 2026
Today on the Christian History Almanac, we answer a question about UFO's and Christianity. Show Notes: Give to the June 1517 Podcast Network Fundraiser! Learn…
Christian History AlmanacTuesday, July 7, 2026
Today on the Christian History Almanac, we answer a question about the SSPX and Catholics in the news with a timely anniversary. Show Notes: Give to the June…
Christian History AlmanacMonday, July 6, 2026
Today on the Christian History Almanac, we head to the mailbag to answer a question about Christianity's most popular creed. Show Notes: Give to the June 1517…
Christian History AlmanacThe CHA Weekend Edition Presents: The Uncommon Common Man: William Jennings Bryan (REPRISE)
Weekend Edition for July 4-5, 2026 Show Notes: Give to the June 1517 Podcast Network Fundraiser! Learn more about the 1517 Podcast Network Fundraiser 1517…
Christian History AlmanacFriday, July 3, 2026
Today on the Christian History Almanac, we remember a radical Quaker, activist, and author of a famous children's book. Show Notes: Give to the June 1517…
Christian History AlmanacThursday, July 2, 2026
Today on the Christian History Almanac, we take a look at the 16th century's famous "prophet" and author of a popular almanac. Show Notes: Give to the June…
Christian History AlmanacWednesday, July 1, 2026
Today on the Christian History Almanac, we look at the history of "Church Camps" and the Second Great Awakening. Show Notes: Give to the June 1517 Podcast…
Christian History AlmanacTuesday, June 30, 2026
Today on the Christian History Almanac, we remember the "Debate of the Century" between Darwinism and Christianity in 1860. Show Notes: Give to the June 1517…
Christian History AlmanacMonday, June 29, 2026
Today on the Christian History Almanac, we head to the mailbag to answer a question about the "Eternal Submission of the Son," and its curious history in the…
Christian History AlmanacThe CHA Weekend Edition Presents: Church History's Mysteries, Vol. 1 (the OT)
Weekend Edition for June 27-28, 2026 Show Notes: Give to the June 1517 Podcast Network Fundraiser! Learn more about the 1517 Podcast Network Fundraiser 1517…
Christian History AlmanacFriday, June 26, 2026
Today on the Christian History Almanac, we remember one of the most important teachers of all time and a herald of the Renaissance and Reformation: John…
Christian History AlmanacThursday, June 25, 2026
Today on the Christian History Almanac, we remember the night a few medieval monks saw something explode on the moon! Show Notes: Give to the June 1517 Podcast…
Christian History AlmanacWednesday, June 24, 2026
Today on the Christian History Almanac, we remember one of the greatest (and once forgotten) Christian poets on American soil: Edward Taylor. Show Notes: Give…
Christian History AlmanacTuesday, June 23, 2026
Today on the Christian History Almanac, we remember a Swiss Naturalist and the Copper Bible, one of the most impressive Early Modern Bibles. The Copper Bible…
Christian History AlmanacMonday, June 22, 2026
Today on the Christian History Almanac, we head to the mailbag to answer a question about the (a?) Patron Saint of Physicians. Show Notes: Give to the June…
Christian History AlmanacThe CHA Weekend Edition Presents: The Vacation Mega Mailbag (take 2)
Weekend Edition for June 20-21, 2026 Show Notes: Give to the June 1517 Podcast Network Fundraiser! Learn more about the 1517 Podcast Network Fundraiser 1517…
Christian History AlmanacFriday, June 19, 2026
Today on the Christian History Almanac, we remember the oft-overlooked Leo Jud and his role in the Swiss Reformation. Show Notes: Give to the June 1517 Podcast…
Christian History AlmanacThursday, June 18, 2026
Today on the Christian History Almanac, we remember the heretic and saint, heroine and madwoman: Joan of Arc. Show Notes: Give to the June 1517 Podcast Network…
Christian History AlmanacWednesday, June 17, 2026
Today on the Christian History Almanac, we remember a consequential Supreme Court ruling on religion and the Bible in Public Schools. Show Notes: Give to the…
Christian History AlmanacTuesday, June 16, 2026
Today on the Christian History Almanac, we remember Pio Nono- the longest ruling Pope and one of the most consequential. Show Notes: Give to the June 1517…
Christian History AlmanacMonday, June 15, 2026
Today on the Christian History Almanac, we head to the mailbag to answer a question about the "Young, Restless, and Reformed" movement. Show Notes: Give to the…
Christian History AlmanacThe CHA Weekend Edition Presents: Christianity Today on the Bicentennial in 1976
Weekend Edition for June 13-14, 2026 CHRISTIANITY TODAY - July 2, 1976 VOLUME 20, NUMBER 20 https://www.christianitytoday.com/magazine/1976/july-2/ PDF…
Christian History AlmanacFriday, June 12, 2026
Today on the Christian History Almanac, we remember Enmegahbowh, a modern Jonah, and his Anglican mission to Native Americans. Show Notes: Germany /…