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1517 Media

1517 Media designs and develops innovative resources for churches, higher education, and the home, delivered in a wide range of media including print and digital formats, videos, apps, and online subscriptions.

1517 Media has five publishing units:

AUGSBURG FORTRESS, which publishes resources for the ELCA and mainline churches that enliven worship and music, faith formation, and congregational life.

FORTRESS PRESS, which publishes books that advance scholarship, learning, and the practice of ministry.

SPARKHOUSE, which develops resources that engage and inspire children, youth, and adults in Christian communities.

BEAMING BOOKS, which publishes high-quality children’s books that help kids thrive emotionally, socially, and spiritually.

BROADLEAF BOOKS, which publishes books for general readers that nourish souls, ignite minds, and promote the common good.
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We work to make a difference. We work passionately, channeling our creativity and collaboration to bring messages of knowledge, light, and hope to churches, classrooms, and homes. We feel called to this work, and nurture both ideas and people in everything we do.... Read more

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