Confessing the Church: Los Angeles Theology Conference 2023

13800 Biola Ave,La Mirada CA 90638

15 March, 2023

Description

The Los Angeles Theology Conference is an annual international conference concerned with the discussion of Christian doctrine. It is a self-consciously ecumenical endeavor that seeks to resource contemporary systematic theology through an annual conference and an a subsequent book on each year's doctrinal theme. The theme of LATC 2023 will be ecclesiology. Schedule: Weds Mar 15:7 pm, Plenary 1: Natalie Carnes, “Nature, Culture, Church: Reconsidering the Church-World Divide” Thurs Mar 16:9am, Plenary 2: Millard J. Erickson, “Ecclesiology in a Postmodern Age” 11am, Plenary 3: Tom Greggs, “Creatura Verbi: Hearing the Living Word through the Spirit in the Church” [12:30 Lunch event hosted by Logia, for women theologians; registration separate] 2pm, Parallel Sessions 1 Stephen T. Davis, Claremont McKenna CollegeEric T. Yang, Santa Clara University“God’s Story and the Sameness of the Church Over Time” Kimberley Kroll, Grand Canyon University“Holy Branches: A Constructive Model of the Spirit’s Presence in the Church” Steven Duby, Phoenix Seminary“‘Bond of Peace’: Ecclesial Unity as Participation in the Son and Spirit” 3:30, Parallel Sessions 2Beau Branson, Brescia UniversityJordan Wessling, Lindsey Wilson College“The Church as a Singular, Persisting Institution” Kimlyn J. Bender, George W. Truett Theological Seminary“Confessing Christ, Confessing the Church” Marguerite Kappelhoff, University of Divinity, Melbourne“The Marks of the Church and the Triune God: ‘Seeking and Creating Fellowship’” 7:30pm, Plenary 4: Jennifer Powell McNutt, “Exilic Ecclesiology: Suffering and Apostolicity in Early Modern Reformed Theology” Fri Mar 17:9am, Plenary 5: Paul T. Nimmo, “The Sanctification of the Church: Contemplating the Progress of the People of God” 11am, Parallel Sessions 3Joshua Cockayne, University of St. AndrewsD. T. Everhart, University of St. Andrews“‘Members of One Another’: Towards a Kierkegaardian Ecclesiology” Steven Nemes, North Phoenix Preparatory Academy“The Community of the Apostles and the Spiritual Nature of Christian Unity” Matt Jenson, Torrey Honors College, Biola University“Either/Or: On the Necessary, But Maverick, Distinction between Church and World” 1:30 Parallel Sessions 4 Jonathan Hill, University of Exeter“Communion of Saints: Knowledge and Love in Heaven and Earth” Daniel L. Hill, Baylor University“Bound Together in the Holy Fire: Purgation and the Unity and Holiness of the Church” Alex Irving, St. Mellitus College, East Midlands“The Body of Christ: A Soteriological Basis for the Theological Marks of the Church” Adam Johnson, Torrey Honors College, Biola University“The Cruciform Ministry of the Church: Refracting the Saving Work of Christ” 2:30pm, Plenary Panel Discussion 4pm, conference ends FAQs 1) Are student discounted tickets available for LATC 2023? Yes! Students can enter the promotional code "latc2020student" to recieve a $20 discount off their ticket price. Please note that students must show a valid student ID at the conference registration table during check-in at the conference. 2) What lodging accommodations are available? Holiday Inn La Mirada is our recommended local hotel, but there are several other good hotels in the area. 3) Do I have to bring my printed ticket to the event? There is no need for paper tickets or to print this email. Your name will be on an attendee list at check-in. 4) Where can I contact the organizer with any questions? You can contact the conference organizer at [email protected] 5) What is your refund/cancellation policy? We must be notified of your cancellation by February 14, 2019. You will then receive a 75% refund.     FAQ