Johnson Oatman Jr. (1856–1922) wrote lyrics for thousands of gospel songs. His most famous hymn was “Count Your Blessings.” This year marks the 100th anniversary of
Fanny Jackson Coppin (1837–1913) dedicated her life as a teacher and administrator to improve the lives of African Americans. This year is the 185th anniversary of
Edward Mote (1797–1874) was an English Baptist pastor and hymn writer. This month marks the 225th anniversary of his birth. He was born Jan. 21,
William James Kirkpatrick (1838–1921) was an American composer who wrote a tune for the beloved Christmas carol “Away in a Manger.” Other famous hymns for
St. Bonaventure (1221–1274) was an Italian Franciscan, theologian and philosopher. He was a cardinal and a doctor of the Catholic Church. This year is the
William Taylor (1821–1902) was an American missionary of the Methodist Episcopal Church for 47 years. This year is the 200th anniversary of his birth. He was
Columba (521–597), an abbot and missionary evangelist, studied under prominent monastic teachers in Ireland and founded several monasteries there. He is known for spreading Christianity
Mary Louise Graffam (1871–1921) was an American missionary who witnessed the Armenian genocide and was responsible for saving the lives of thousands of Armenians. This
