American Decades

Important Events in Religion, 1980–1989

On January 24, delegates from ten Protestant denominations seeking church unity approve a proposal for a common ministry for a projected united church. The new church would be known as the Church of Christ Uniting.
In April, the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints (Mormons) celebrates 150 years of institutional existence.
On April 29, more than two hundred thousand evangelical Christians gather in Washington, D.C., for a "Washington for Jesus" rally and march.
On May 4, Pope John Paul II issues a directive banning all Roman Catholic priests and nuns from serving in public office.
On August 4, Roman Catholic nun and 1979 Nobel Prize winner Mother Teresa visits the United States on a four-day mission.
On October 11, Rev. Jerry Falwell says that he believes that God hears the prayers of Jews, reversing his earlier position.
On November 4, Ronald Reagan is elected...

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