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.
Sunday, 7:30 PM - 9:00 PM | Westin Copley Place, Essex Center … Session ID: M23-537
Other Event
Receptions/Breakfasts/Luncheons

Join Brite Divinity School for a warm and welcoming reception during the AAR/SBL Conference. Enjoy light refreshments, engaging conversation, and an opportunity to connect with colleagues, alumni, and friends of Brite. Come share in meaningful dialogue and celebrate our shared commitment to theological education and transformative leadership.

Sunday, 8:00 PM - 10:00 PM | Marriott Copley Place, Grand Ballroom F… Session ID: M23-507
Roundtable Session
Receptions/Breakfasts/Luncheons

The Catholic Biblical Association of America invites all members and friends to a special evening reception to celebrate our shared commitment to biblical scholarship and fellowship. Please join us for refreshments, collegial conversation, and the opportunity to connect with fellow scholars. A brief presentation will announce upcoming events, publications, and grant opportunities.

Sunday, 8:00 PM - 10:00 PM | Sheraton, Republic A (Second Floor) Session ID: A23-500
Roundtable Session
Hosted by: Films

Screening and Discussion: ABRAHAM’S BRIDGE (2024, short documentary)

The short film ABRAHAM’S BRIDGE documents an experiment in intentional proximity in the American Midwest. On 38 acres in Omaha, Nebraska, a mosque, synagogue, church, and interfaith center have built side-by-side: they are connected by a circular wooden bridge, a vast organic donation garden, and a quietly disruptive vision. Yet as the Tri-Faith co-location project takes shape, they must confront difficult questions about the limits of the Abrahamic model, declining religious affiliation, and rising currents of division. After October 7, 2023, the communities can no longer avoid the topic of Israel/Palestine and must find a way forward together. Production on this film was completed in November 2024. The total running time of the film is 36 minutes. 

Sunday, 8:00 PM - 10:00 PM | Marriott Copley Place, Grand Ballroom… Session ID: M23-508
Other Event
Receptions/Breakfasts/Luncheons

The Department of Religion at Columbia University and the Institute for Religion, Culture, and Public Life (IRCPL) invite alumni, faculty, friends, and current and prospective graduate students to join us for a reception. All are welcome.

Sunday, 8:00 PM - 10:00 PM | Marriott Copley Place, Grand Ballroom E… Session ID: M23-517
Other Event
Receptions/Breakfasts/Luncheons

Rice University Boniuk Institute and Department of Religion Reception. Reception for Rice University faculty, alumni, affiliates as well as anyone interested in learning more about the Boniuk Institute for the Study and Advancement of Religious Tolerance, and Department of Religion. Light Appetizers and open bar.