Meet the Voices Leading a Cultural Awakening in Columbus
The Essential Summit in Columbus promises to be a defining moment for believers eager to engage with the urgent cultural issues facing America today.
At the heart of this gathering are its powerful keynote speakers — voices that are shaping the conversation about faith, family, and society with clarity and conviction.
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Willie Robertson is best known from the hit TV show Duck Dynasty.
He brings a unique blend of faith and cultural influence, encouraging believers to live boldly and authentically in their everyday lives.
Learn more about Willie.
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Dr. Rosaria Butterfield is a former tenured professor of English and women’s studies at Syracuse University. Her memoir, The Secret Thoughts of an Unlikely Convert: An English Professor’s Journey into Christian Faith, chronicles her conversion.
Rosaria is married to Kent, a pastor in North Carolina. She is a mother, grandmother, author, and speaker.
She offers profound insights into Christian transformation and biblical truth, challenging attendees to deepen their commitment to a Christ-centered worldview.
Learn more about Rosaria.
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Dr. Carl Trueman, a renowned theologian and cultural critic, is a professor of Biblical and Theological Studies at Grove City College.
He will unpack the cultural forces at play and offer hope rooted in historic Christian teaching.
Learn more about Carl.
Each speaker’s message is carefully chosen to equip, inspire, and mobilize Christians across Ohio and the nation.
Their combined wisdom underscores the essential theme of the summit: restoring the American family through biblical faith and courageous action.
If you’re seeking clarity in a time of cultural confusion and hunger for leadership grounded in truth, this event is not to be missed.
Join us in Columbus on October 2, 2025, to hear these voices firsthand, connect with like-minded believers, and become part of a movement dedicated to cultural renewal.
As Ohio's largest Christian public policy organization, Center for Christian Virtue seeks the good of our neighbors by advocating for public policy that reflects the truth of the Gospel.
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