Faith in America’s Story? Civil Religion at America’s 250th

Event description

  • Academic events
  • Free
  • Inclusion
  • Open to the public


In many ways, nations are stories they tell about themselves—and to themselves. Civic faith—or what some call “civil religion”—has been part of the United States' story since the founding. What is the status of our civic faith or civil religion today as we mark the nation’s 250th anniversary?


About the speaker


Headshot of Peter Loge

Peter Loge has more than 30 years of experience in politics and communications, including a presidential appointment at the Food and Drug Administration and senior positions for Sen. Edward Kennedy and three members of the U.S. House of Representatives. He currently leads the Project on Ethics in Political Communication at the School of Media and Public Affairs.

Loge has led and advised a range of campaigns and organizations, put the first member of Congress on the internet, lobbied for “America’s Funniest Home Videos” and served as a senior policy advisor for health care in the House of Representatives during the debate over the Affordable Care Act. His eclectic career also includes a solo-show of his sculpture in a Washington, D.C. gallery, and appearances as a political satirist on NPR, His 2018 book Soccer Thinking for Management Success: Lessons for Organizations from the World’s Game debuted as at #1 new release on Amazon, and his 2020 edited volume Political Communication Ethics: Theory and Practice has been called “essential” and a “much needed resource.”


Logistics

This event is hosted by the Center for the Study of Religion and Conflict and will take place on the ASU Tempe campus in West Hall, Room 135, and will be live streamed through the Center's YouTube channel and on ASU Live. Whether you plan to participate via livestream or in-person, we appreciate you taking a moment to register. Your confirmation and reminder email will provide detailed directions to the venue, including parking information and key livestream details. 

The lecture will consist of a special lecture by Peter Loge, followed by audience Q&A and a reception offering light refreshments.
 

Registration details:

  • Free and open to all.
  • Register to guarantee your seat.
  • Classes and groups are welcomed to attend! Please contact us directly with your request.

Event contact

Center for the Study of Religion and Conflict
480-965-7187
Date

Thursday, October 15, 2026



Time

4:30 pm5:45 pm (MST)


Location

West Hall, Room 135

Cost

Free