On This Day: The Papal conclave of 1846 elects Pope Pius IX, beginning the longest reign in... (1846)

On June 16, 1846: The Papal conclave of 1846 elects Pope Pius IX, beginning the longest reign in the history of the papacy.

This historical event can serve as a powerful sermon illustration about how God works through the events of history. Consider using it when preaching about history.