TBC 2024

Denver, CO

Collage of various podcast cover images related to Christian theology and faith, with a large black section on right side displaying white text that reads, "So many God-Pods!!!!"

Theology Beer Camp 2024 was a three-day celebration hosted by St. Andrew United Methodist Church in Denver, Colorado, from October 17–19.

Highlights of the Event

  • Speakers & God-Pods: Featured a star-studded lineup of progressive theology scholars and podcast hosts, including Brian McLaren, Diana Butler Bass, Ilia Delio, John Thatamanil, Pete Enns, and Catherine Keller. Popular theology podcasts like The Bible for Normal People, The New Evangelicals, and You Have Permission joined the party.

  • Activities & Fun: Attendees enjoyed live podcast recordings, a 90s karaoke night, Oktoberfest tailgate party and bottle share, and breakout groups both by region and interest.

  • Pre-Game Events: For the first time ever, Theology Beer Camp included pre-conference workshops on October 17, with hands-on sessions and deeper dives into theological topics.

  • Craft Beer & Sponsors: Left Hand Brewing Co. and other sponsors added a local craft beer flair, making sure no one went thirsty.

Promotional flyer for Theology Beer Camp featuring a science fiction theme with a large central image of a man with glasses, long hair, beard, holding a sword, in front of a fiery background. Surrounding him are circular headshots of speakers: Brian McLaren, Ilia Delio, Joerg Rieger, Diana Butler Bass, John Thataramil, Catherine Keller, Gary Dorrien, and Tripp Fuller, with their names. The event is scheduled for October 17-19, 2024, at St. Andrew Church, Highlands Ranch, Colorado, with tags highlighting topics like theology, craft beer, speakers, live music, and more.

All photography by Emily Arnold Photo