Update June 2, 2026

North European Luther Academy NELA

Our mission is, on the foundation of The Holy Scripture and in faithfulness to the Evangelical-Lutheran confession (The Book of Concord), to pursue dynamic theological research and education, that rediscovers treasures in the theological heritage of our Churches and confronts the biblical truths with today's questions.

NELA was founded August 1998.

Activities: Annual Theological Symposium in the Fall.

NEXT SYMPOSIUM

Oct. 3-6, 2027 in Copenhagen.

Working theme: War, revolution, violence and resistance. - A Christian understanding of the state and the authorities.
Programme: Expected to be ready at NELA's annual meeting on 25 September 2026.

History

Foundations

NELA Board Members
Norway
Pastor Erik A.H.Okkels (President). Pastor Jan Bygstad D.D.

Finland
Pastor Hannu Lehtonen. Pastor Halvar Sandell (Treasurer)

Sweden
Rektor Torbjörn Johansson. Daniel Johansson PhD

Denmark
Pastor Karsten Christensen (Secretary). Pastor Leif G. Jensen

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