Heroes of the Faith: Anne Bradstreet — First poet in America
Anne Bradstreet (1612–72) was the first writer in England’s North American colonies to be published. A Puritan poet, her work
Heroes of the Faith: Thomas Wilson
Thomas Wilson (1563–1622) was an Anglican rector at St. George the Martyr (Church) in Canterbury from 1586 until his death.
Heroes of the Faith: John Harper
John Harper (1872–1912) was a Scottish Baptist pastor and evangelist who died when the RMS Titanic sank. This year marks the 150th anniversary
Heroes of the Faith: Scholar, author Hodge honored by Princeton 150 years ago this month
Charles Hodge (1797–1878) was a conservative Presbyterian scholar and a professor at Princeton Theological Seminary for more than five decades.
Heroes of the Faith: Remembering prolific hymnwriter Johnson Oatman Jr.
Johnson Oatman Jr. (1856–1922) wrote lyrics for thousands of gospel songs. His most famous hymn was “Count Your Blessings.” This
Heroes of the Faith: Fanny Jackson Coppin
Fanny Jackson Coppin (1837–1913) dedicated her life as a teacher and administrator to improve the lives of African Americans. This
Heroes of the Faith: 2022 marks 225th birthday of English pastor and hymn writer
Edward Mote (1797–1874) was an English Baptist pastor and hymn writer. This month marks the 225th anniversary of his birth.
Heroes of the Faith: 2021 marks 100th anniversary of the death of American composer
William James Kirkpatrick (1838–1921) was an American composer who wrote a tune for the beloved Christmas carol “Away in a