New Calvinism in an Age of Enchantment and AI

July 10th, 2025 | 7 min read

The New Calvinist movement needs renewal, not through innovation but the rich sacramental theology of Old Calvinism. As enchantment returns and AI emerges, these deeper resources of the confessional Reformed tradition are an indispensable missional and gospel-centered gift.

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Cameron Shaffer

Cameron Shaffer (PhD candidate, Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam) is the Senior Pastor of Langhorne Presbyterian Church in Langhorne, Pennsylvania, author of Keeping Kids Christian, and serves on the Board of Directors for the World Reformed Fellowship.

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