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The Gospel Coalition

The Gospel Coalition (TGC) is "a fellowship of evangelical churches in the Reformed tradition."[1] It was initiated in 2004 by D. A. Carson and Tim Keller, and subsequently launched in 2007.[2]

The Gospel Coalition
ClassificationEvangelical Christianity
Theology
Founders
PresidentSandy Willson
Origin2004 (2004)
Official websitewww.thegospelcoalition.org

History

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Having been initiated in 2004 by theologian D. A. Carson and pastor Tim Keller,[3][4] TGC describe their mission as being “deeply committed to renewing our faith in the gospel of Christ and to reforming our ministry practices to conform fully to the Scriptures.”[5] The Gospel Coalition, Carson wrote in 2018, is "not a monolith; we are a coalition. What holds us together is our shared commitment to the gospel of Jesus Christ."[6] As TGC describes itself in a promotional video, "We are not united by culture, nationality, or politics, but by the cross of Jesus Christ."[7] In the resources it produces, TGC seeks to apply scripture and gospel-centered approaches to contemporary culture, current events, and issues in everyday life. TGC regularly produces articles, videos, podcasts, and events.

In 2020, Julius Kim was appointed TGC president.[8] In 2021, Baptist Pastor Juan Sánchez, of Austin, Texas, became board chairman.[9] Sandy Willson was appointed as TGC's interim president in 2023.[10]

Council

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The leadership of the Gospel Coalition includes a group of 40+ active and emeritus members—mostly pastors—who form a council, "the primary stakeholders who provide leadership and vision for the work of The Gospel Coalition".[11][12] A smaller group of representatives chosen by the council makes up the bcard, which sets the direction and provides oversight for TGC's president and staff.

Previous Council members include Mark Driscoll, who left in March 2012 as "part of a major reorganization of his priorities".[13] In March 2014, Joshua Harris stepped down "in light of the ongoing civil suit against his church",[14] and C.J. Mahaney resigned "for a variety of reasons".[14] Darrin Patrick left the Council in April 2016 as a result of disciplinary action taken by his home church.[15]

Beliefs

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The organization has an evangelical and Reformed confession of faith.[5] Members are from a broad geographic and denominational spectrum (Anglicans, Baptists, Free Church pastors, Independents, and evangelical Presbyterians).[6]

Journal

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Themelios is an international peer-reviewed theological journal aimed at theological students and pastors that "expounds and defends the historic Christian faith". The journal began in 1975 and was operated by RTSF/UCCF in the UK, and it became a digital journal operated by TGC in 2008. The editorial team draws participants from across the globe as editors, essayists, and reviewers. Themelios is published three times a year online at TGC website in PDF and HTML.[16]

References

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  1. ^ "Foundation Documents of The Gospel Coalition". The Gospel Coalition. Retrieved October 17, 2024.
  2. ^ Carter, Joe (May 18, 2014). "9 Things You Should Know About TGC". The Gospel Coalition. Retrieved October 17, 2024.
  3. ^ Warren, Steve (April 1, 2020). "Gospel Coalition Invites Christians Around the World to Join 'Day of Fast and Pray' Event This Saturday". Christian Broadcasting Network. Archived from the original on May 28, 2021. Retrieved May 28, 2021.
  4. ^ Carter, Joe (April 7, 2015). "9 Things You Should Know About TGC". The Gospel Coalition. Archived from the original on May 28, 2021. Retrieved October 17, 2024.
  5. ^ a b "Foundation Documents of The Gospel Coalition". The Gospel Coalition. Archived from the original on May 28, 2021. Retrieved May 28, 2021.
  6. ^ a b Carson, Don. "The Gospel Coalition Is a Coalition". The Gospel Coalition. Retrieved 2021-08-17.
  7. ^ What is The Gospel Coalition?, retrieved 2021-08-17
  8. ^ "Julius Kim Selected as President of The Gospel Coalition". The Gospel Coalition. Retrieved 2023-01-03.
  9. ^ Staff. "Juan Sánchez Named TGC Board Chairman". The Gospel Coalition. Retrieved 2021-08-17.
  10. ^ "Sandy Willson Named TGC Interim President". The Gospel Coalition. Retrieved 2024-03-03.
  11. ^ "Board Members, Council Members, and Emeritus Members of The Gospel Coalition". The Gospel Coalition. Retrieved 2021-08-17.
  12. ^ "About>Council". The Gospel Coalition. Retrieved 20 March 2017.
  13. ^ Keller, Tim; Carson, Don (28 March 2012). "Driscoll Steps Down From TGC Council". The Gospel Coalition. Retrieved 24 May 2014.
  14. ^ a b Keller, Tim; Carson, Don (21 May 2014). "On Some Recent Changes At TGC". The Gospel Coalition. Retrieved 24 May 2014.
  15. ^ "Leadership Update | the Journey". Archived from the original on 2016-04-13. Retrieved 2016-04-13.
  16. ^ "About | Themelios from The Gospel Coalition". Themelios from The Gospel Coalition. Retrieved 2016-09-05.
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