Connect with other leaders in the synod for worship, and fellowship and to learn from Rev. Angela Denker, author of Red State Christians. Rev. Denker will discuss Christian Nationalism's theological and cultural roots and some practical ways to engage those you serve in this conversation.

Rev. Angela Denker is an ELCA Lutheran pastor and veteran journalist. Her first book, Red State Christians, was the 2019 Silver Foreword Indies award-winner for political and social sciences. She has written for many publications, including Sports Illustrated, the Washington Post, and FORTUNE magazine, and has appeared on CNN, BBC, SkyNews, and NPR to share her research on politics and Christian Nationalism in the U.S. Pastor Angela lives with her husband, Ben, and two sons in Minneapolis, where she is a sought-after speaker on Christian Nationalism and its theological and cultural roots. She also serves Lake Nokomis Lutheran Church in Minneapolis as Pastor of Visitation and Public Theology. Pastor Angela's new book, Disciples of White Jesus: The Radicalization of American Boyhood, will be released on March 25, 2025. You can read more of her work on Christian Nationalism, American culture, social issues, journalism, and parenting on her Substack, I'm Listening.

September 22 -23
Hyatt Regency, Coralville

For rostered ministers, interns, professional ministry staff, SAMs

Register for the event online

Registration before Aug 31: $125
Registration after Aug. 31: $150
Registration closes Sept. 13

Lodging: A special room rate is available on Sunday, September 22 through the Southeastern Iowa Synod room block. Book your room online

Schedule:

Sunday, Sept. 22

3:00--3:30 Gathering and Intros

3:45--4:45 Session One

5:15--6:15 Dinner

6:30--7:30 Session 2

7:45--8:00 Evening Prayer

Monday, Sept. 23

8:15--8:30 Morning Prayer

8:30--9:30 Session 3

9:45--10:45 Time with the Bishop

11:00--12:00 Worship

12:00--12:45 Lunch

12:45--1:45 Session 4

2:00--3:00 Wrap up and leave