Fellow in Glory
Fellow in Glory
Dr. Rod Rosenbladt (Ph.D., University of Strasbourg), was a professor of theology at Concordia University in Irvine, California for over 30 years, and has contributed to numerous books and recorded presentations. He was also an ordained minister in the Lutheran Church-Missouri Synod (LCMS).
Baptized into Christ, he died in the LORD (2024), and will be raised to life eternal when Christ Jesus comes again. "For if we have been united with him in a death like his, we will certainly also be united with him in a resurrection like his" - Romans 6:5. Learn more at www.1517.org/dadrod
Fellow in Glory
Fellow in Glory
John Warwick Montgomery was considered to be one of the foremost apologists for classical, biblical Christianity. A renaissance scholar with a flair for controversy, he lived in France. Dr. Montgomery authored more than sixty books in six languages. He held eleven earned degrees, including a Master of Philosophy in Law from the University of Essex, England.
Baptized into Christ, he died in the LORD (2024), and will be raised to life eternal when Christ Jesus comes again. "For if we have been united with him in a death like his, we will certainly also be united with him in a resurrection like his" - Romans 6:5. Learn more at www.1517.org/jwm
Senior Distinguished Fellow
Senior Distinguished Fellow
Dr. Steven A. Hein is Director of the Concordia Institute for Christian Studies, offering auxiliary educational services to Christian gatherings across the country and Lutheran Churches in West Africa. He is a professor of theology at the Institute of Lutheran Theology, a Distinguished Senior Fellow at 1517, and the author of Christian Life: Cross or Glory? (1517), You Can Give an Answer: A Study in Christian Apologetics (1517), and many scholarly articles.
Fellow in Glory
Fellow in Glory
Dr. Uwe Siemon-Netto is a lay theologian and internationally-renowned journalist. He was born in Leipzig, Germany. He is the former religion editor of United Press International. In mid-career, at age 50, he began his theological studies. He studied for his M.A. in theology at the Lutheran School of Theology in Chicago. His Ph.D. in theology and sociology of religion is from Boston University. He is the author of several books, including "The Fabricated Luther" and "The Urchin Series".
Baptized into Christ, Uwe died in the LORD (Aug - 2025), and will be raised to life eternal when Christ Jesus comes again. "For if we have been united with him in a death like his, we will certainly also be united with him in a resurrection like his" - Romans 6:5. Learn more at www.1517.org/uwe
Senior Distinguished Fellow
Senior Distinguished Fellow
Fellow in Glory
Fellow in Glory
Jim Nestingen was a graduate of Concordia College, Moorhead, Minn., and held both a master of divinity and master of theology degree from Luther Seminary. He received his doctorate in theology from St. Michael's College, University of Toronto. Nestingen wrote and spoken prolifically on Luther's catechisms and confessional Lutheran theology.
Baptized into Christ, he died in the LORD (2022), and will be raised to life eternal when Christ Jesus comes again. "For if we have been united with him in a death like his, we will certainly also be united with him in a resurrection like his" - Romans 6:5. Read his sermons in The Essential Nestingen
Senior Distinguished Fellow
Senior Distinguished Fellow
Senior fellow at 1517.org, featuring two weekly podcasts Outlaw God and Preaching the Text. Former pastor at Trinity Lutheran Church, Washington Island, WI. Professor of Systematic Theology at Concordia College, Moorhead MN, Luther Seminary, St. Paul MN, and Luther House of Study. Writer of many books and articles, including Luther's Outlaw God, Lutheran Theology, Luther for Armchair Theologians.
Fellow
Fellow
Dr. Scott Keith is the Executive Director of 1517, where he leads with clarity, vision, and a deep commitment to proclaiming the Gospel. He is a speaker, writer, triathlete, and co-host of both The Thinking Fellows and Tough Texts podcasts. Scott is the author of Being Dad: Father as a Picture of God’s Grace and contributes regularly to 1517’s theological work. He earned his doctorate from Foundation House Oxford, under the sponsorship of the Graduate Theological Foundation, studying under Dr. James A. Nestingen. Scott is also a proud father and grandfather, finding joy in both theology and time with his family.
Fellow
Fellow
Chad Bird is a Scholar in Residence at 1517, where he brings his deep knowledge of Scripture and theology to readers, listeners, and audiences around the world. He holds master’s degrees from Concordia Theological Seminary and Hebrew Union College. A prolific author, Chad has written numerous books, including Night Driving, The Christ Key, Unveiling Mercy, Hitchhiking with Prophets, and, most recently, Untamed Prayers (1517 Publishing). He is also the co-host of the popular podcast 40 Minutes in the Old Testament. A highly sought-after speaker and teacher, Chad combines theological insight with a servant’s heart. A Texan and avid runner, he and his wife, Stacy, enjoy traveling together and spending time with their grandchildren.
