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Rooted in Grace: Exploring the 1689 Baptist Confession
Join us for a full-day conference in the Sellwood neighborhood dedicated to exploring the Second London Confession of Faith and its relevance for Reformed Baptist believers today. Hosted at Sellwood Church (1101 SE Tacoma St), we'll gather for teaching sessions, panel discussions, and fellowship as we delve into the biblical foundations of historic Reformed theology.
8:00 AM - 8:45 AM
Arrive, check in, and enjoy coffee and light refreshments while meeting fellow attendees.
8:45 AM - 9:00 AM
Conference welcome, overview of the day's schedule, and opening prayer to set our hearts on the Lord.
9:00 AM - 10:15 AM
An exploration of the core principles of Reformed Protestant theology as expressed in the Second London Confession. This keynote will establish the biblical and historical foundation for our day of learning.
Dr. John Thompson
President, Reformed Theological Seminary
10:15 AM - 10:30 AM
Coffee, refreshments, and time for fellowship.
10:30 AM - 11:45 AM
A deep dive into the biblical covenants and how they reveal God's redemptive plan. We'll examine key passages and discuss how covenant theology shapes our understanding of both testaments.
Pastor David Mitchell
Pastor & Author
11:45 AM - 1:00 PM
Catered lunch provided. Take time to connect with other attendees, ask questions, and build relationships.
1:00 PM - 2:15 PM
An examination of the doctrines of grace as taught in Scripture and confessed in the Second London Confession. We'll explore God's sovereignty in salvation and its practical implications for Christian living.
Pastor Robert Anderson
Pastor & Author
2:15 PM - 2:30 PM
Refreshments and fellowship time.
2:30 PM - 3:45 PM
A panel of pastors and theologians discuss practical applications of Reformed theology in contemporary church life, answering questions about worship, discipleship, evangelism, and church practice.
Panel Discussion
Various Speakers
3:45 PM - 4:00 PM
Final thoughts, reflections on the day, and closing prayer of thanksgiving.
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Optional dinner gathering for extended fellowship and conversation at The Last Rodeo (6637 SE Milwaukie Ave, Portland, OR 97202). A time to continue discussions, ask questions, and build lasting relationships with fellow attendees over great food. RSVP required.
Registration details and pricing will be announced closer to the conference date. Early bird registration will be available for those who register in advance.
For questions or more information, please check back here for updates as we finalize conference details.