What Shapes Our Theology? A Seminar with Father John Behr and the OTC panel

Join Father John Behr and the Open Table panel discussing his most recent book exploring the ideas that shape our theological perspectives.

What Shapes Our Theology?

A Seminar with Father John Behr and the OTC panel

Join us over two consecutive Saturdays January 3 and 10, 2026 at 8:00 AM - Noon PDT as Father John Behr and the OTC panel address seminal thoughts from his new book, In Accordance with the Scriptures. The discussion will explore the ideas that have influenced what we believe about God and then seek to forge a better path to shaping our perspectives.

The scholarship in this short book is monumental and offers fresh insights from Father John's life work of seeking to recover the perspectives of the early Church Fathers. Far from being simply an academic exercise, the way we think about Scripture, History, God, and especially the Lord Jesus will never be the same!

How many times have you read a particular book and wished you could ask the author what they meant? One of the rare things this event offers is: we have the author to explain and discuss his thoughts with a panel of people you have come to know and trust. What a gift!

Those who are familiar with Father John through his years teaching with us know that his scholarship is unmatched, making this online event sure to be both instructive and provocative! For, not only will our perspectives be challenged, but many of the assumptions that lay the foundation on which our perspectives are built will also be exposed by the skillful analysis provided by Father John.

Most importantly, our goal in this seminar is that we will be transformed as our view of God grows larger and truer and we continue to discover that He is better than we dared to dream.

Don't miss out on this amazing event that will surely spark some thought-provoking conversations that help us think more clearly and love more deeply. Mark your calendars for a great beginning to the New Year. See you there!

Timezone: Pacific Time (PDT)

Seminar Details

WHEN: - 8:00am-NOON

DATE: - Two consecutive Saturdays January 3rd and 10th, 2026

COST: - $99/$119 per person

Your ticket includes:

• Admission to both days of the Seminar
• Unlimited access to the video recordings of the entire event
• A downloadable audio-only file of the entire event
• Handouts and other materials
• Every paid registrant will also receive a copy, either physical or digital, of Father John's new book, In Accordance with the Scriptures!

**IMPORTANT**

Unfortunately, it is cost prohibitive to ship a physical copy of the book outside of the USA. Therefore, if you register for the Seminar from outside the States you may purchase the ticket without a book or one that includes the digital version.

**We have arranged a special discount with the publisher of In Accordance with the Scriptures and all of the book sales for this seminar will go to Father John as royalties.**

**If you purchase a ticket that includes a physical copy of Father John's book, please be sure to include the address of where you want it delivered and we will ship it to you.**

**If you purchase a ticket that includes the digital version, we will email you the publisher's link where you can download the book.**

Frequently Asked Questions

When does registration for the class close?

January 3, 2026 at midnight Pacific Time.

Do I have to be online for the entire webinar?

No, every session will be recorded. However, we suggest you try to tune in to as many live sessions as possible.

What if I already have the book?

By all means, purchase the ticket without the book. People who reside outside the States cannot get the physical book through us, but they may purchase the ticket that includes the digital copy or a ticket without the book.

If you reside in the US, then you can purchase a ticket that includes either the physical or digital copy.

We are humbled that Father John dedicated his new book to the Open Table Team and we are honored to help him promote and grow sales for this book.

When will I receive the book?

If you purchase the ticket that includes a digital copy, you will receive a confirmation email that includes your link immediately after purchasing your ticket.

If you purchase the ticket that includes a physical copy, we will ship it as soon as possible after Eventbrite notifies us of your purchase.

When will I receive the link to the webinar?

You will receive your links to the live Zoom webinar and the Vimeo folder where the video recordings will be stored within 24 hours before the start of the event.

You will also receive reminders of the event. **Do not try and enter the Zoom meeting from the link on Eventbrite. Please use the link you receive in an email from us within 24 hours of the first class.**

How do I access the video recordings?

Within 48 hours after the end of the first Saturday the sessions will be uploaded to Vimeo where we store the entire recording of the event. This link is permanent - it will not change.

Is the fee per household?

No. The registration fee is per person.

Do you have a schedule?

The schedule is posted below.

Can we ask questions during the sessions?

Yes, this is interactive. Participants will be able to submit questions through Zoom’s Q&A function during each discussion session. The chat button will also be activated for the questions and comments the final 30 minutes.

Schedule

The schedule is organized by the four (4) chapters in Father John's book.

Saturday, January 3, 2026 - Part I

8:00-9:30 — Chapter 1

Presentation - Father John Behr

Response - Chris Green

Discussion - Open Table Panel

9:30-10:30— Break

10:30-12:00 Noon— Chapter 2

Presentation - Father John Behr

Response - Cherith Nordling

Discussion - Open Table Panel

Saturday, January 10, 2026 - Part II

8:00-9:30 — Chapter 3

Presentation - Father John Behr

Response - Brad Jersak

Discussion - Open Table Panel

9:30-10:30— Break

10:30-12:00 Noon— Chapter 4

Presentation - Father John Behr

Response - Kenneth Tanner

Discussion - Open Table Panel