Hosted at Lutheran Church of the Master
Corona del Mar, California
You are invited to be a part of the 1521 Gospel Freedom Conference. With heartfelt gratitude for those who labor to proclaim gospel freedom, the aim of the 1521 conference is to nurture support and collaboration among ministries devoted to proclaiming the message of God’s radical grace.1521 grant recipients and ministry leaders will gather for presentations, discussions, and fellowship in a spirit of collaboration designed to strengthen existing bonds and foster new relationships.
Join us as we come together to celebrate and deepen our shared mission of proclaiming gospel freedom. ​
We look forward to welcoming you.
Conference
Breakfast & Lunch
Saturday, February 1, 2025
8:00 am to 4:30 pm
Tickets are $40
Worship
Fellowship Brunch
Sunday, February 2, 2025
10:00 am
Our Keynote Speaker
Dr. Steven Paulson
Dr. Steven Paulson is a distinguished theologian and Senior Fellow at 1517, hosting the popular podcasts Outlaw God and Preaching the Text.
Formerly a pastor at Trinity Lutheran Church, Washington Island, WI, Stephen has a rich academic background as a Professor of Systematic Theology at Concordia College, Luther Seminary, and Luther House of Study.
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A prolific author, his influential works include Luther's Outlaw God, Lutheran Theology, and Luther for Armchair Theologians. Known for making complex theological concepts accessible, Stephen is a passionate advocate for the Gospel's liberating power.
Invited Grantees
Chris Croghan
Chief Academic Officer, Luther House of Study
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Heinz Hiestermann
Rector, Lutheran Theological Seminary in Tshwane, South Africa
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Nick Hopman
Managing Editor, Lutheran Quarterly
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Caleb Keith
Director - 1517 Podcast Network, 1517.org
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Scott Keith
Executive Director, 1517.org
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Russell Lackey
Pastor, Lutheran Church of the Master
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Mark Mattes
Chair - Department of Theology, Grandview University
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Paul Rorem
Oliver K. Olson Editor, Lutheran Quarterly
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Julie Smith
Dean of Students, St. Paul Lutheran Seminary
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Sarah Stenson
Chief Executive Officer, Luther House of Study
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Trisha Wheelock
Gerhard Forde Professor of Church History & Theology, Grandview University​
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David Zahl
Chief Executive Officer, Mockingbird Ministries
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Conference Program
Saturday, February 1
Breakfast
Opening Address
Introduction of Grantees & Grant Summary Report
Lunch
Panel Discussion 1 - Collaborating Across Cultural and Denominational Lines
Panel Discussion 2 - The Relationship Between Faith and Works in Christian Living
Keynote Address
Sunday, February 2
Worship Service
Fellowship Brunch
For additional questions,
contact us at 1521foundationllc@gmail.com.