On This Day: St. Olaf's Church, a stone church from the 16th century in Tyrvää, Finland, is... (1997)

On September 21, 1997: St. Olaf's Church, a stone church from the 16th century in Tyrvää, Finland, is burnt down by a burglar.

This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration about the enduring nature of faith through history. Consider using it when preaching about faith.