The Henry Symposium on Religion and Public Life is held biennially at the Prince Conference Center on the campus of Calvin University in Grand Rapids, Michigan. The purposes of the Symposium are to provide opportunities to share current research, foster personal and professional networks, facilitate joint research endeavors, and learn about research opportunities in the field. Attendance at the Symposium is open to anyone interested in the intersection of religion and public life.

symposium5The three day event includes roundtables and panels on a wide variety of topics. The Symposium also often includes special evening lectures by prominent thinkers and practitioners.


Twelfth Biennial Henry Symposium on Religion and Public Life

2024 Call for Papers
2024 Symposium Schedule

April 4-6, 2024

The Paul B. Henry Institute held its twelfth biennial Symposium on Religion and Public Life from April 4-6, 2024, at the Prince Conference Center on the campus of Calvin University. The Symposium provided opportunities to present research, foster personal and professional collaboration, and learn from thoughtful practitioners. 

Past Programs

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