The Providence Forum
Reviving the Spirit of Liberty
Stand with The Providence Forum to preserve, defend and advance the Judeo-Christian values of our nation’s founding.
01 · Stories
Stories of Providence
Traditional American stories that reveal God’s hand in our nation’s founding.
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02 · Projects
Forum projects
Hands-on work that brings America’s providential history to life.
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03 · Tour
Faith & Freedom Tour
Walk, stop by stop, through the places where the story unfolded.
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Our mission
Not ruled by chance or by fate, but by God.
The doctrine of Providence declares that the world and our lives are governed by God. The Providence Forum acknowledges that His Providence continues to be at work and calls us to action. Dive into these stories and projects, rediscover the founding truths many are trying to help us forget, and revive your own Spirit of Liberty.
Preserve
the faith and values of our nation’s founding.
Defend
the truth about America’s Christian heritage.
Advance
liberty for the next generation.
Stories of Providence
Rediscover our founding stories
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“No People can be bound to acknowledge and adore the invisible hand which conducts the Affairs of men more than those of the United States.”
George Washington, First Inaugural Address, 1789
Featured project
The Liberty Tree
Liberty trees in the American story began with the Stamp Act in 1765. Protesting patriots met outdoors under large trees to avoid being accused of political opposition to the King. The last standing original Liberty Tree was felled in 1999. Its history, while standing for over 600 years, was remarkable. But even now, its legacy lives on — hear how!
Forum projects
More ways we bring history to life
Faith & Freedom Tour
Walk where the story happened
Follow the Faith & Freedom Tour stop by stop, on foot or from your screen, through the places where America’s founding unfolded, with stories, audio and video along the way.
Tour stops
Stories of Providence
Forum projects
Articles and podcasts
Our latest thoughts
From the Forum
Commentary, interviews and podcasts from Dr. Jerry Newcombe and friends of the Forum.
Support the mission
Help us revive the American Spirit of Liberty
The Providence Forum exists only through the interest and generous donations of our friends and partners. Your gift keeps these stories, projects and the tour free for everyone.