Christianity without Christian Zionism: Proclaiming the Gospel, Pursuing Justice, Rekindling Hope is a gathering created by action of the Presbyterian Church (USA) General Assembly in 2024.
The overture called for rejecting Christian Zionism in all its forms and acknowledging its profound expansion since 2004 across many regions and contexts worldwide. It called for holding events with partners in the United States, Africa, and Asia, where Christian Zionism is spreading. For this US-based conference in Louisville, we are inviting leaders from across the church to deepen their understanding of Christian Zionism—especially its material and ongoing impact on the church and the world through those in power nationally and internationally—so they are empowered to advocate for justice.
The event will include theological and geopolitical discussion and analysis, ways to connect artistic expression with theology and with resistance, and inspiration for those involved in confronting and rejecting Christian Zionism in all its forms, wherever it mars the witness to Jesus’ good news.It will also create a space for all communities and individuals involved to be heard, to learn, to find refreshment and encouragement, and to be connected–building networks that share experiences and resources to counter the global spread of Christian Zionism and inspire action in home communities.
This event is free to attend in person and online through webinar format. The sessions will also be recorded and available as free online resources after the event.