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Pioneer Valley Christian Academy will host the Creation Reformation Conference on Friday, March 21 from 6:00PM-9:00PM and on Saturday, March 22, 2025 from 9:00AM-4:00PM.The mission of the CRC is to glorify God and draw attention to His creative works through careful Biblical interpretation, rigorous scientific research, and rhetorical academic presentation.
A suggested donation of $5 upon admission is appreciated but not required.
SPEAKERS (included, but not limited to)
IVAN KIRPICHEV
Ivan founded Bible Adventure Land with the dream and vision of creating a fun and educational space for families by bringing a unique visual experience featuring hand-made model displays of Creation, Noah’s Ark, Tower of Babel, The Resurrection of Jesus, and even a life size Goliath and more.
JACOB RAMGREN
Jake dwells peacefully in Springfield, MA. His love for wildlife has led to an interest in animals, a love of conservation, a B.A. in Zoology, and a job as a Science Teacher at Pioneer Valley Christian Academy. Jake was involved in two research projects at Union University: one which focused on alligators and another on ichneumonid wasps. The latter project involved discovering new species of wasps in the Great Smoky Mountains and the findings are published in the Entomological Society of America. Jake has been fascinated by the topic of Creation and evolution since a young age. He speaks, writes, and teaches about Creation in Springfield, MA.
MARCUS R. ROSS
Marcus is an Associate Professor of Geology and Assistant Director of the Center for Creation Studies at Liberty University in Lynchburg, VA. He earned a B.S. in Earth Science from Pennsylvania State University, an M.S. in Paleontology from the South Dakota School of Mines and Technology, and a PH.D. in Environmental Science (Geosciences) from the University of Rhode Island.
HELMUT WELKE
Helmut is a retired engineering manager, having worked in a variety of U.S. and International Assignments with a Fortune 100 Company. In 2006 he was elected to the Board of Trustees of an international society serving the Industrial and Systems Engineering profession. He holds a U.S. Patent, and is well versed in the use of science to design and manufacture advanced products. His B.A. and M.S. degrees in Industrial Engineering were awarded by the University of Illinois at Urbana. In 2012, he was elected a “fellow” of the Institute of Industrial Engineers.
Helmut is a member of the Creation Research Society and an ambassador for Logos Research Associates. He recently was elected President of Creation Summit, and organization that seeks to bring the truth of Creation to college campuses through seminars and organized debates. He has presented Creation Science in schools, churches, and at civic organizations throughout the United States, plus France, Poland, and Germany.
CONFERENCE SCHEDULE
Friday, March 21
6:00-6:20 PM – Doors open*
6:20-6:30 PM – Introductions by Jake Ramgren
6:30-7:30 PM Talk 1 – “Biblical Cosmology: The First Four Days” by Helmut Welke
7:30-8:30 PM Talk 2 – “The Future of Creationism” by Steve Lloyd
8:30-9:00 PM Table time*
Saturday, March 22
8:00-9:00 AM Doors Open, Table Time, refreshments*
9:00-9:05 AM Introduction – Jake Ramgren
9:05-10:00 AM Talk 3 – “Local Flood Geology of the Connecticut River Valley” by Ivan Kirpichev
10:05-11:05 AM Talk 4 – “Zoology in a Post-flood World” by Jake Ramgren
11:05-11:20 AM Break*
11:20 -12:20 PM Talk 5 – “Dinosaurs Demystified” by Marcus Ross
12:20-1:20 PM Lunch
1:20-2:20 PM Talk 6 – “Human Genetics and the Bible” by Helmut Welke
2:20-3:20 PM Talk 7 – “Recovering Adam” by Marcus Ross
3:20-4:00 PM Table time*
*Audience members are encouraged to visit tables and meet speakers and sponsors.
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Event Venue & Nearby Stays
965 Plumtree Road, Springfield, MA, United States, Massachusetts 01119
