March 30

Moses ben Maimon, known as Maimonides, was born in Córdoba in 1135. He fled Spain during the Almohad persecutions and settled in Egypt, where he served as court physician to the Sultan. He led the Jewish community in Fustat and authored the Mishneh Torah, a comprehensive codification of Jewish law. In his philosophical work, Guide for the Perplexed, he sought to reconcile Aristotelian philosophy with Jewish theology. His writings became central to Jewish scholarship and also impacted Christian and Muslim thinkers. Maimonides is celebrated for his intellectual rigor, ethical treatises, and enduring influence on religious and philosophical discourse.

Born in 1891, Chunseong became a prominent Seon Buddhist monk and spiritual teacher in Korea. He authored numerous works exploring the intersection of Buddhist philosophy and everyday life. Throughout his life, he advocated for compassion, ethical living, and self-cultivation. He taught at major monastic institutions and lecture halls, earning respect for his clear and accessible style. His writings influenced both religious and secular audiences during a turbulent period in Korean history. Chunseong continued his work through Japanese occupation and the Korean War, promoting peace and understanding. He passed away in 1977, leaving a legacy of scholarship and spiritual guidance.

Joy Ridderhof (1903–1984) was an American missionary and innovator in Christian outreach. In 1939, she founded Gospel Recordings (now Global Recordings Network) to produce and distribute audio messages of the Gospel in hundreds of native languages. Her work enabled missionaries to reach remote populations with recorded testimonies and Bible stories. Ridderhof's vision combined technology with evangelism, resulting in over 6,000 recordings worldwide. She traveled extensively to oversee projects in Latin America, Asia, and Africa. Her legacy endures in the continued use of audio tools for cross-cultural ministry.

David Earle Bailey was an American Episcopal priest born on March 30, 1940. He was ordained in 1965 and served congregations in Texas for over five decades. Bailey was known for his passionate sermons and commitment to social outreach programs. He mentored young clergy and contributed to diocesan initiatives on education and community service. His dedication to faith and parish life left a lasting impact before his passing in 2024.