# Christianity Today **Summary.** Christianity Today is an evangelical magazine and media organization founded in 1956 by Billy Graham. It has long served as a flagship publication of mainstream American evangelicalism, covering theology, church life, and culture. ## What it is - Founded in **1956** by evangelist **Billy Graham**, with theologian Carl F. H. Henry as its first editor. - Based in the Chicago area (Carol Stream, Illinois). It publishes a print magazine and a large online presence. - Positioned as a broad-tent evangelical outlet rather than the voice of a single denomination. It runs reporting, theology, and cultural commentary. - Has at times drawn wide attention for its editorial positions, including coverage of American politics and evangelical public witness. ## Why it matters in this wiki Christianity Today is a bellwether for where mainstream evangelical opinion sits at a given moment. Its reporting and editorials are useful primary sources when this wiki tracks shifts inside evangelicalism, including debates over faith and politics.