The Gospel Coalition
The Gospel Coalition is a broadly Reformed evangelical ministry best known for its media publication of the same name. It was initiated in 2004 by D. A. Carson and Tim Keller, and subsequently launched in 2007.
History
Having been initiated in 2004 by theologian D. A. Carson and pastor Tim Keller, TGC describe their mission as being “deeply committed to renewing our faith in the gospel of Christ and to reforming our ministry practices to conform fully to the Scriptures.” The Gospel Coalition, Carson wrote in 2018, is "not a monolith; we are a coalition. What holds us together is our shared commitment to the gospel of Jesus Christ." As TGC describes itself in a promotional video, "We are not united by culture, nationality, or politics, but by the cross of Jesus Christ."Originally founded as a pastors' colloquium, the organization evolved into a broader ministry centered on its online presence with its associated articles on theological, cultural and other topics. In the resources it produces, TGC seeks to apply scripture and gospel-centered approaches to contemporary culture, current events, and issues in everyday life. TGC regularly produces articles, videos, podcasts, and events, including an annual national conference.
In 2020, Julius Kim was appointed TGC president. In 2021, Baptist Pastor Juan Sánchez, of Austin, Texas, became board chairman. Sandy Willson was appointed as TGC's interim president in 2023. In 2025, Mark Vroegop was selected as third president. Its 20th conference is scheduled for 2025.
Council
The leadership of the Gospel Coalition includes a group of 40+ active and emeritus members—mostly pastors—who form a council, "the primary stakeholders who provide leadership and vision for the work of The Gospel Coalition". A smaller group of representatives chosen by the council makes up the bcard, which sets the direction and provides oversight for TGC's president and staff.Previous Council members include Mark Driscoll, who left in March 2012 as "part of a major reorganization of his priorities". In March 2014, Joshua Harris stepped down "in light of the ongoing civil suit against his church", and C.J. Mahaney resigned during the same period "for a variety of reasons". Darrin Patrick left the Council in April 2016 as a result of disciplinary action taken by his home church.