The Shroud of Turin 2025 International Conference & Symposium
Sponsored by the Shroud Educational Endeavors Corporation (SEEC), the conference
featured a wide range of scientific presentations, public sessions
and a special tribute to Barrie Schwortz, one of the original STURP members.
Conference recap by Myra Kahn Adams – Executive Director, National Shroud of Turin Exhibit
The sold-out Shroud of Turin 2025 International Conference & Symposium was held from
July 30 – August 3 at the Augustine Institute near St. Louis drawing more than 425 attendees and featuring 85 presentations from 49 global experts representing 10 countries.
Speakers included the 1978 STURP team leader, John Jackson, as well other notable Shroud experts such as Dr. Giulio Fanti, Tristan Casabianca, Bob Rucker, Otangelo Grasso, Pam Moon and numerous members of the clergy. The conference will be talked about for decades to come for featuring a “who’s who” of worldwide Shroud leaders and advancing Shroud awareness and education.
Its success proved that the Shroud has reached new heights of global interest as Shroud research, events, exhibits, and media attention continue at a never-before-seen pace.
Conference Highlights
The Augustine Institute was an ideal venue featuring state-of-the-art conference spaces along with on-site lodging. From cutting-edge science to spiritual reflections, the Shroud conference tackled the Shroud’s origin, image formation, and overall meaning. The speakers and program content challenged much long-held misinformation about the Shroud’s authenticity.
See our YouTube channel to view recordings of speaker presentations. We had over 80 presentations from expert speakers!
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More than a conference...
- TBN filmed a special episode of “Praise” and interviews for an upcoming 5-part docuseries
- Academic and public presentations spanned theology, history, medicine, and new AI technology
- Key panelists such as: Jorge Almenar, Mark Antonacci, Russ Breault, Tristan Casabianca, Fr. Andrew Dalton, Giulio Fanti, Jeremiah Johnston, Joe Marino, and Bob Rucker
- “This was more than a conference—it was a revival of truth.” — Guy Powell, Shroud SEEC Board Member
- WHAT YOU CAN DO TO FURTHER SHROUD EDUCATION:
- Read a book on the Shroud and share with a friend.
- Schedule a speaker for your church or group.
- View speaker presentations on our YouTube channel and share.
- Donate to SEEC in support of our mission to advance Shroud awareness and education.
- Attend a Shroud event.
Special Memorial Tribute to Barrie Schwortz
Barrie Schwortz, a revered global advocate and leading expert on the Shroud of Turin, September 12, 1946 - June 21, 2024
This tribute celebrates Barrie’s lifelong dedication to Shroud studies. A pre-eminent Shroud researcher, Joe Marino, stated, “We are deeply honored to dedicate this conference to Barrie Schwortz, whose tireless work and unwavering commitment have greatly advanced the study and understanding of the Shroud of Turin. His legacy will continue to inspire us as we explore the mysteries and significance of this remarkable artifact.”
Barrie was the founder, publisher, and editor of [shroud.com] (https://shroud.com/)
- Bookshelf
The Speaker Bookshelf
Find some of the most popular books on the Shroud written by our expert speakers.
- Thank you team!
SEEC Conference Committee
Many thanks to the SEEC Conference Committee event organizers. SEEC President Cindy Sheltmire and husband, Steve Sheltmire, Joe Marino event co-chair, Mark Antonacci, Guy Powell, Jon Sheltmire (not pictured), Bobbie Tracy, and Janis Winchester. The small team brought their unique skills together and collaborated more than two years to organize this historic conference.
Photo left (from left to right): Guy Powell, Mark Antonacci, Bobbie Tracy, Steve Sheltmire, Cindy Sheltmire, Joe Marino, and Janis Winchester
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- Testimonials
Words from our Organizers
Join us and be part of the conversation!
“The ongoing, intriguing question for modern science is how the Shroud image was made. The probability of its authenticity as the actual burial Shroud of Jesus has already proven to be a game-changer for many doubting Thomases.”
“I think God used the resurrection to validate Jesus' mission. And I think he left the Shroud as a gift to humankind for people across the centuries.”
“The Shroud serves as a bridge across time, connecting us with the ancients. It is our solemn duty to cross this bridge with both reverence and a relentless quest for truth.”
Mark Antonacci