A Conference Exploring Hermeneutics, Text and Culture
READING
TWO
TEXTS
June 8-9, 2027
WHEN /
June 8-9, 2027
About the Conference /
Join us for an insightful conference focused on the connections between God's Word and our local contexts in God's World.
This event is designed to explore edgy topics, deepen our understandings, and foster open, safe, and meaningful discussions.
WHERE /
Ventura, CA
DETAILS /
Spend a week on the coast of Southern California, enjoying great conversation, ocean breezes, sunshine, local food and wine. Conference is hosted at Grace Lutheran, Ventura.
2026 Conference Speakers
Dr. Andrew Bartelt
Professor Emeritus of Exegetical Theology, Concordia Seminary, St. Louis
Dr. Paul Raabe
Professor Emeritus of Exegetical Theology, Concordia Seminary, St. Louis
Dr. James Voelz
Professor Emeritus of Exegetical Theology, Concordia Seminary, St. Louis
Rev. William Carr
Professor Emeritus of Exegetical Theology, Concordia Seminary, St. Louis
Rev. John David Duke Jr.
Pastor at St. John’s Lutheran Church, Youngstown, NY
Dr. Michael Middendorf
Professor of Theology in Christ College, Concordia University Irvine, CA
Rev. Dr. Phillip Brandt
Pastor of St. Michael’s Lutheran Church, Portland, OR
Dcs. Nadine Grayl
LCSW, Quiet Waters Counselling and Psychotherapy:
Rev. Dr. Scott Geminn
Pastor of St. John's Lutheran, El Segundo. Lecturer at Loyola Marymount University.
Dr. Glenn Fluegge
Professor of Theology & Mission Studies at Concordia University Irvine