This week in Christian history: YMCA founded, Mary Dyer executed

By Michael Gryboski, Editor Sunday, June 01, 2025Unsplash/Ronnie GeorgeThroughout the extensive history of the Church, there have been numerous events of lasting significance.Each week marks anniversaries of impressive milestones, unforgettable tragedies, amazing triumphs, memorable births and notable deaths.Some events, drawn from over 2,000 years of history, might be familiar, while others might be unknown to many.Get Our Latest News for FREESubscribe to get daily/weekly email with the top stories (plus special offers!) from The Christian Post. Be the first to know.The following pages highlight anniversaries of memorable events that occurred this week in Christian history. They include the execution of Mary Dyer, Thomas a Becket being consecrated archbishop of Canterbury and the founding of the Young Men’s Christian Association.Follow Michael Gryboski on Twitter or Facebook