Brian McLaren
Keynote Speaker: Christian Thinker, Author & Activist
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Brian McLaren Biography
Brian D. McLaren is an author, speaker, activist, and public theologian. A former college English teacher and pastor, he is a passionate advocate for “a new kind of Christianity” – just, generous, and working with people of all faiths for the common good. He is a core faculty member and Dean of Faculty for the Center for Action and Contemplation. and a podcaster with "Learning How to See." He is also an Auburn Senior Fellow and is a co-host of "Southern Lights." His newest books are "Faith After Doubt", and "Do I Stay Christian?". His newest release, "Life After Doom: Wisdom and Courage for a World Falling Apart," was released in 2024.
McLaren graduated from University of Maryland with degrees in English. He was later awarded a Doctor of Divinity Degree (honoris causa) from Carey Theological Seminary in Vancouver, BC, Canada, and he received a second honorary doctorate from Virginia Theological Seminary (Episcopal).
McLaren taught college English in the DC area, and he helped form Cedar Ridge Community Church, an innovative, nondenominational church. He left higher education to serve as the church’s founding pastor and served in that capacity until 2006.
McLaren has been active in networking and mentoring church planters and pastors, and has assisted in the development of several new churches. He is a popular conference speaker and a frequent guest lecturer for denominational and ecumenical leadership gatherings – across the US and Canada, Latin America, Europe, Africa, and Asia. His public speaking covers a broad range of topics including postmodern thought and culture, Biblical studies, church leadership and spiritual formation, pastoral survival and burnout, inter-religious dialogue, and global crises.
He is primarily known as a thinker and writer. McLaren’s books have been translated into many languages, including Korean, Chinese, French, Swedish, Norwegian, German, Portuguese, and Spanish. He has written for or contributed interviews to many periodicals, including Leadership, Sojourners, Tikkun, Worship Leader, and Conversations. He is an active and popular blogger, a musician, and a songwriter, offering a variety of resources through his website.
A frequent guest on television, radio, and news media programs, he has appeared on "All Things Considered," "Larry King Live," "Nightline," "On Being," and "Religion and Ethics Newsweekly." His work has also been covered in Time, New York Times, Christianity Today, Christian Century, the Washington Post, Huffington Post, CNN.com, and many other print and online media.
He has taught or lectured at many seminaries and at denominational and interfaith gatherings.
McLaren is married to Grace, and they have four adult children and five grandchildren. His personal interests include wildlife and ecology, fly fishing and kayaking, music and songwriting, and literature.
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Brian McLaren Videos
Life After Doom: Wisdom and Courage for a World Falling Apart
Do I Stay Christian?: A Guide for the Doubters, the Disappointed, and the Disillusioned
Faith After Doubt: Why Your Beliefs Stopped Working and What to Do About It
The Great Spiritual Migration: How the World's Largest Religion Is Seeking a Better Way to Be Christian
A New Kind of Christianity: Ten Questions That Are Transforming the Faith
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What topics does Brian McLaren speak about?
Brian McLaren is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Authors, Christian, Faith & Religion, Social Activism, Inspirational and Workshop.
Where does Brian McLaren travel from?
Brian McLaren generally travels from Florida, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.
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Brian McLaren is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Authors, Christian and Faith & Religion. The estimated speaking fee range to book Brian McLaren for live events is $10,000 - $20,000, and for virtual events Below $10,000. Brian McLaren generally travels from Florida, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are David Nasser, Steve Arterburn and Jon Jorgenson. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Brian McLaren for an upcoming event.
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Brian McLaren Videos
BOOKS
Life After Doom: Wisdom and Courage for a World Falling Apart
Do I Stay Christian?: A Guide for the Doubters, the Disappointed, and the Disillusioned
Faith After Doubt: Why Your Beliefs Stopped Working and What to Do About It
The Great Spiritual Migration: How the World's Largest Religion Is Seeking a Better Way to Be Christian
A New Kind of Christianity: Ten Questions That Are Transforming the Faith
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How do I book Brian McLaren to speak at my event?
Our experienced booking agents have successfully helped clients around the world secure speakers like Brian McLaren for speaking engagements, personal appearances, product endorsements, or corporate entertainment since 2002. Click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page to check availability for Brian McLaren, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to discuss your upcoming event. One of our experienced agents will be happy to help you get speaking fee information and check availability for Brian McLaren or any other speaker of your choice. -
How much does it cost to book Brian McLaren for a speaking engagement?
Speaking fees for Brian McLaren, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fees to book Brian McLaren are $10,000 - $20,000 for live events and Below $10,000 for virtual events. For the most current speaking fee to hire Brian McLaren, click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to speak directly with an experienced booking agent. -
What topics does Brian McLaren speak about?
Brian McLaren is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Authors, Christian, Faith & Religion, Social Activism, Inspirational and Workshop. -
Where does Brian McLaren travel from?
Brian McLaren generally travels from Florida, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. -
Who is the agent for Brian McLaren?
AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Brian McLaren for clients worldwide since 2002. As a full-service speaker booking agency, we have access to virtually any speaker or celebrity in the world. Our agents are happy and able to submit an offer to the speaker or celebrity of your choice, letting you benefit from our reputation and long-standing relationships in the industry. Please click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page including the details of your event, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536, and one of our agents will assist you to book Brian McLaren for your next private or corporate function. -
What is a full-service speaker booking agency?
AAE Speakers Bureau is a full-service speaker booking agency, meaning we can completely manage the speaker’s or celebrity’s engagement with your organization from the time of booking your speaker through the event’s completion. We provide all of the services you need to host Brian McLaren or any other speaker of your choice, including offer negotiation, contractual assistance, accounting and billing, and event speaker travel and logistics services. When you book a speaker with us, we manage the process of hosting a speaker for you as an extension of your team. Our goal is to give our clients peace of mind and a best-in-class service experience when booking a speaker with us. -
Why is AAE Speakers Bureau different from other booking agencies?
If you’re looking for the best speaker recommendations, paired with a top-notch customer service experience, you’re in the right place. At AAE Speakers Bureau, we exclusively represent the interests of our clients - professional organizations, companies, universities, and associations. We intentionally do not represent the speakers we feature or book. That is so we can present our clients with the broadest and best performing set of speaker options in the market today, and we can make these recommendations without any obligation to promote a specific speaker over another. This is why when our agents suggest a speaker for your event, you can be assured that they are of the highest quality with a history of proven success with our other clients.
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