In-person November Annual Meeting 2025 Program Book

All time are listed in Eastern Time Zone.

Please note that this schedule is subject to change and is currently being updated. Please excuse our appearance as we finalize the schedule. If you have any questions, please contact annualmeeting@aarweb.org.
Thursday, 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM | Sheraton, Clarendon (Third Floor) Session ID: M20-300
Roundtable Session

Lutheran Scholars Network (LSN) is sponsoring this pre-AAR workshop on Luther and mysticism. Our focus is emerging scholarship, in particular: 1) Luther in view of medieval antecedents; 2) critical work on early 20th century connections to German nationalism; 3) ecumenical mysticism during times of crisis; 4) constructive spiritual and political practices. Keynotes by JT Paasch and Aristotle Papanikolaou. 

The conference takes place on Thursday, Nov. 20 (4pm-7pm) and Friday, Nov. 21 (9:30am-5:30pm). All interested are invited; program will be sent to you when you send an email intent to participate to Christine Helmer: c-helmer@northwestern.edu

Friday, 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM | Hynes Convention Center, 313 (Third… Session ID: P21-100
Roundtable Session

Plenary Session I

Presiding: Rodney Palmer, Andrews University

Plenary Presentation #1: Trauma and the End of the Age: Reading the Olivet Discourse (Matt 24–25) in an Age of Anxiety
Laszlo Gallusz, Newbold College

Plenary Presentation #2: Restoration or Inflammation? Musings on the Interface of Adventist Culture and the Realm of Trauma Studies
Carmen Lau, Adventist Forum

Plenary Presentation #3: Examining Elijah’s Trauma-induced Depression – Implications for Addressing Mental Illness in 2025
Erin Stone, Kaiser Permanente — Southern California

Discussion (10 min)

Friday, 8:00 AM - 11:30 AM | Hynes Convention Center, 210 (Second… Session ID: M21-101
Other Event
Hosted by: Logos for Education

Join Logos for Education for a special Friday morning gathering designed to equip and inspire educators.

Start the day with a relaxed breakfast and meaningful conversation, followed by a practical training session focused on effective teaching and innovative uses of Logos in the classroom. Our morning will feature a guest speaker addressing key principles of impactful instruction, as well as a panel of faculty from partner institutions sharing how they integrate Logos into their courses to support biblical worldview, research, and student engagement.

Whether you’re a long-time Logos user or simply exploring its possibilities, this session offers insight, connection, and practical tools you can take back to your classroom. You’re welcome to join us just for breakfast and the speaker—or stay for the full experience.

This flexible event is open to all educators and designed with you in mind.

RSVP here: https://www.bigmarker.com/logos/ets-sbl-reception
If you have questions email Audrianna Cageao at Audrianna.Cageao@Logos.com or stop by our booth.

Friday, 8:30 AM - 5:30 PM | Sheraton, Berkeley (Third Floor) Session ID: M21-110
Other Event

Lutheran Women in Theological and Religious Studies (LWTRS) gather annually for scholarship, worship, and friendship. All Lutheran women and nonbinary scholars in theology and religion are invited, including graduate students, those who teach or study at Lutheran institutions, and/or those who are rostered in the ELCA or ELCIC.

Friday, 8:30 AM - 6:00 PM | Sheraton, Hampton (Third Floor) Session ID: P21-101
Roundtable Session

Tillich & Nature
8:30–9:50: Mark Banas, Jari Ristiniemi, Kirk MacGregor 
10:05–11:10: Sofia Loiacona, Timothy Hakler, Isabel Ovanesova
11:10–11:50: Ben Chicka
11:50–1: Board Meeting
1–2:45: Julius Trugenberger, Greylyn Hydinger, Matti Trimbath, Verna Ehret
3–4:20: Taeha An, David Odell-Scott, Ron Stone
4:30–5:35: Keynote
5:35–6: Business Meeting
6: Dinner

Friday, 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM | Hynes Convention Center, 313 (Third… Session ID: P21-103
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