Golden States: Faith, Place, and Emancipatory Narratives

Proposals exploring the intersections of Christian thought, literature, and emancipatory narratives. Using “California, the Golden State” as a conceptual springboard rather than a limit, essays on any geographical literature are welcome. 300-word abstract and bios.

Deadline for submissions: Sunday, March 15, 2026

Peter Powers, Messiah U (ppowers@messiah.edu )