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Keanu Heydari

Keanu Heydari

Ann Arbor, MI
New Testament studies, history of theology, apocalyptic turn in Pauline scholarship. Ordained deacon in the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.) serving at First Presbyterian Church of Ann Arbor.
The Lille Declaration of Faith (2017)

The Lille Declaration of Faith (2017)

An English Translation of the EPUdF's Déclaration de foi
Keanu Heydari 16 Dec 2025
An Advent Devotional: Romans 15:4-13

An Advent Devotional: Romans 15:4-13

First Presbyterian Church of Ann Arbor was gracious to publish my Advent devotional on Romans 15:4–13. Scripture 4 For whatever was written in former days was written for our instruction, so that by steadfastness and by the encouragement of the scriptures we might have hope. 5 May the
Keanu Heydari 13 Dec 2025
Sharing the Burden

Sharing the Burden

Presbyterian Polity as a Gift of the Spirit
Keanu Heydari 02 Dec 2025
The Gift That Creates Gratitude

The Gift That Creates Gratitude

A Homily for Thanksgiving Day, 2025 (Year C)
Keanu Heydari 27 Nov 2025
“Today, If You Hear His Voice”

“Today, If You Hear His Voice”

The Devotional Work of Psalm 95
Keanu Heydari 03 Nov 2025
A Service for Justice and Peace in Sudan

A Service for Justice and Peace in Sudan

A liturgy of lament and hope, written for congregations praying for justice and peace amid the ongoing genocide in Sudan
Keanu Heydari 01 Nov 2025
Born There, Sent Today

Born There, Sent Today

A Homily on Matthew 21:28–32 & Psalm 87:1–7
Keanu Heydari 29 Oct 2025

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I’m Keanu Heydari, a historian and PC(USA) deacon writing on Karl Barth, Paul, and Reformed theology as lived practice. Subscribe to get new essays and sermons in your inbox.
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