"But in your hearts sanctify Christ as Lord. Always be prepared to give a defense to everyone who asks you the reason for the hope that is in you. But respond with gentleness and respect, keeping a clear conscience, so that those who slander you may be put to shame by your good behavior in Christ."
— 1 Pet. 3:15-16
ISCA is the International Society of Christian Apologetics, founded with the following purpose:
“The purpose of the Society is to foster scholarly discussion of ideas among evangelical scholars relevant to the defense of the historic Christian Faith in accordance with the Doctrinal Statement of the Society.”
~ The Bylaws of the International Society of Christian Apologetics
ISCA is a community of Christian scholars, whose research, writing, and speaking is commensurate with evangelical Protestant theology, as expressed in our statement of faith. To that end we hold conferences and publish peer-reviewed articles in our journal. Furthermore, in the process we establish networks among evangelical academicians and trust that our results will strengthen the faith of all Christian believers.
Greetings ISCA Members,
The ISCA Board is pleased to announce our 20th Annual Conference of the International Society of Christian Apologetics. This year's theme, Reforming the Public Square, focuses on the intersection of Christian Apologetics and contemporary political questions and concerns.
Call for Abstract Proposals
ISCA Annual Conference (2026)
Reforming the Public Square
Celebration Baptist Church, Wichita, Kansas
September 10th - 12th
We are currently accepting abstract proposals for our annual conference. Submissions should not exceed 500 words in length. Priority will be given to novel academic research, specifically in the fields of apologetics, theology, philosophy, history, and science. Please note that we want this year's breakout sessions to be applicable to the laity so they can put what they learn into practice.
Send all abstracts to Dr. Joshua Pagan at japagan.jisca.ed@gmail.com.
Submission Deadline: August 10th, 2026
Please note that every submission will be reviewed upon receipt, so we can begin working on the conference schedule details.
