About
The Chalcedon Foundation® is a Christian education organization devoted to the research, publishing, and promotion of Christian Reconstruction. We believe that the Christian faith is applicable to every area of life and thought and that all things are to be "reconstructed" according to God's revealed will in Scripture.
Our Founder
Rousas John Rushdoony (1916-2001) was a minister best known through his extensive literary output. His writings cover a broad spectrum of subjects because his belief was that every area of life and thought should be understood in terms of a world view that assumes God’s Word is both true and authoritative. He is best known for leadership role in Christian education (day and homeschool), his revival of theonomy (Biblical law), and Christian Reconstruction (a term he coined to denote a neglected aspect of the Christian responsibility and response to sin in the culture.)
What We Believe
We believe that the Christian faith is applicable to every area of life and thought and that all things are to be "reconstructed" according to God's revealed will in Scripture. “Every man in Christ must be a walking law and an evidence of the presence of the Holy Spirit. God’s government begins with the self-government of the Christian man.” ~R. J. Rushdoony
Christian Reconstruction: What Is It?
Christian Reconstruction is built on the idea that the first and most basic government is self-government, in terms of God's revealed will which is contained in His written laws within both Old and New Testaments. Salvation is more than delivering a sinner from eternal punishment. It is a restoration to obedience as Christians live out the law of God that is written upon their hearts and minds. [Check on the links below to get more insights in this very important topic.]
What is Christian Reconstruction?
Basics of Christian Reconstruction
C.R.A. Christian Reconstructive Analysis
No one in the twentieth century wrote like Dr. R. J. Rushdoony. No one was more original, more insightful or as far-reaching in his analysis.
How Can a Christian Work to Reconstruct Society?
Tithing and action is what leads to Biblical reconstruction. Notice that Rushdoony says nothing about "political takeover."
Christian Reconstruction is Not a New Idea
Christian reconstruction is very much tied in to being Kingdom-driven. Simply put, God’s word– the Bible – gives us the blueprint for how our lives, our families, our churches, our communities, and ultimately the civil realm (cities, states, and nations) should be ordered.
Theonomy: What Is It?
Theonomy is the application of God’s law-word to every area of life and thought. The answer to humanism and statism is Christian faith and liberty. The Chalcedon Foundation® has an educational mission — to equip and empower Christians to apply their faith to every segment of their lives through the application of God’s Law (theonomy) in a deliberate and self-conscious manner.
What Chalcedon does with your donations:
Publishing
Since its inception, publishing has been the focus of the work of Chalcedon with certain titles playing a significant role in shaping Christian culture and thought since the 1960s. Chalcedon continues its aggressive publishing schedule through two publishing labels: Chalcedon/Ross Books—our academic, non-fiction publishing house producing numerous titles each year and Storehouse Press—our fiction label which publishes regular Christian fiction, such as the award-winning Bell Mountain Series by fantasy writer, Lee Duigon.
Outreach
Conferences and informal gatherings remain an important aspect of the outreach of the Chalcedon Foundation®. Whether sponsoring our own events across the country, participating as keynote speakers at conferences, or hosting a book and resource booth at a Christian conference, we make engaging with people one on one a top priority. Many of our previous events are available for listening in our resource section or may be purchased through our online store.
Chalcedon Teacher Training Institute
Through the leadership and initiative of our resident Christian education advocate, Andrea Schwartz, Chalcedon is able to provide Christian women with one-on-one, and small group training geared towards equipping strong Christian families.
Online Resources
In order to more effectively reach Christians around the world, we offer free access to most of our academic books online as well as thousands of recorded sermons and lectures.
Men's Round Table Discussion
Underwriters (our regular financial supporters) have the opportunity to participate in an ongoing, weekly online discussion group, geared toward the practical application of God's law-word in their everyday life.
Help Chalcedon's Kingdom Efforts
Since 1965, the Chalcedon Foundation® has existed solely by the financial gifts of its faithful supporters. We do not receive money from state or federal governments nor from other foundations. It is the direct, tax-deductible gifts of Chalcedon's supporters that underwrites the full work of this ministry.