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For God and Country - How Christians are addressing Christian nationalism and its role in divisions and polarization in the United States

july 7, 2021

Many scholars and reporters noted the overt symbols of Christian Nationalism on display at the January 6th Capitol insurrection. The events brought into sharp focus the role of Christian nationalism on divisions and polarization in the United States. This session will explore Christian nationalism (and Christian nationalists) and their role in driving divisions and toxic polarization. The session will also address what Christian groups are doing to address these divisions and build peace.

Speakers:

  • Saurav Upadhyay (Moderator), Research Manager - Learning & Evaluation, Alliance for Peacebuilding

  • Christy Vines, President and CEO, Ideos

  • Brian Zahnd, Founder and Lead Pastor, Word of Life Church

  • Martin Brooks, President, Peace Catalyst International

  • David P Gushee, Distinguished University Professor of Christian Ethics at Mercer University and Chair of Christian Social Ethics at Vrije Universiteit (“Free University”) Amsterdam/IBTS