2026 Here We Still Stand
THE SCRIPTURES
Event Date
October 15 - 17, 2026
10:30 AM
About Event
Here We Still Stand is an invitation to celebrate the gospel truths reclaimed in the Reformation and a call to incite a modern Reformation under the banner of the finished work of Christ. This annual three-day event is packed with teaching, music, food, and fellowship, all focused on the radical message of God's grace towards sinners.
Come and join this assembly of sinners & saints standing in the freedom of the Gospel.
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TICKETING & YOUNG CHILDREN This conference is best suited for adults and young adults. We strongly recommend a minimum age of 12 to benefit from the sessions and the ambiance of the event. Those who are unregistered will not be included in our food and beverage count.
While this event is not geared towards young children, families are important to 1517. Children younger than 24 months (lap or infants) are welcome and do not need a registration. Please note that no childcare or nursery amenities are available. If you have additional questions, don't hesitate to contact hwss@1517.org.
CANCELATION & REFUND POLICY Please let us know as soon as possible if it becomes evident that you cannot use your tickets. We encourage transferring your ticket(s) to someone you know. Email us at hwss@1517.org for help with that transfer. There will be a Waitlist, and if the refund window has passed, every reasonable effort will be made to match cancellations with those waiting. However, that waitlist will be discontinued on October 1, 2025.
Refund Schedule:
Before Dec 31, 2025 Full refund or full *charitable donation
Jan 1, 2026 - Feb 28, 2026 50% refund or 50% *charitable donation
Mar 1 - Mar 31, 2026 25% refund or 25% *charitable donation
After Mar 31, 2026 NO refunds or *charitable donation
*Charitable Donation: As 1517 is a 501c3 non-profit organization, a donation receipt will be provided.
Keynote Speakers
Daniel Emery Price
Daniel Emery Price is the Operations Executive at 1517, where he helps lead the organization’s mission to proclaim the Gospel clearly and creatively. He’s a frequent speaker, author, and co-host of 40 Minutes in the Old Testament and 30 Minutes in the New Testament. A former church planter, pastor, and worship leader, Dan brings a caring heart and a storyteller’s voice to everything he does. He lives in Northwest Arkansas with his wife and two daughters, and when he’s not writing or podcasting, he’s likely in the stands watching his kids run track or hit the hardwood. He’s also a devoted Razorbacks fan and a former touring musician, though these days the stage is mostly the podium or the podcast mic.
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Scott Keith
Dr. Scott Keith is the Executive Director of 1517, where he leads with clarity, vision, and a deep commitment to proclaiming the Gospel. He’s a speaker, writer, triathlete, and co-host of The Thinking Fellows podcast. 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.
Magnus Persson
Magnus is a husband, father and grandfather. He is an ordained Verbi Divini Minister and works as a pastor for EFS - a missional renewal movement in the Swedish Evangelical Lutheran Church. He is also the network co-ordinator of Re:formera and the host for its weekly podcast.
Chad Bird
Chad Bird is a Scholar in Residence at 1517. He has served as a pastor, professor, and guest lecturer in Old Testament and Hebrew. He holds master's degrees from Concordia Theological Seminary and Hebrew Union College. He has contributed articles to Christianity Today, The Gospel Coalition, Modern Reformation, The Federalist, Lutheran Forum, and other journals and websites. He is also the author of several books, including The Christ Key & Limping with God.
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Steven Paulson
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.
Adam Francisco
Adam is Director of Academics and Scholar in Residence at 1517. He earned his DPhil from the University of Oxford in 2006 and served as Professor of History, Dean, and Assistant Provost in the Concordia University System for nearly two decades.
Jacob Smith
The Reverend Jacob Smith is the Rector of Calvary - St. George. Jake was born on the Navajo Reservation and was raised in Yuma, Arizona. He graduated from the University of Arizona in 2000 with a BA in History, with an emphasis in Near Eastern Studies. He received his M. Div from Trinity Episcopal in May, 2006. Jacob was ordained to the diaconate on June 3, 2006 in the Episcopal Diocese of San Diego, and ordained a presbyter at Calvary Church on December 3, 2006.
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