Yes! But you probably want more details. In that case, I recommend reading Ian Hutchinson's new book by that title, Can a Scientist Believe in Miracles? He answers that and over 220 other questions, all of which were posed to him during his years speaking to university audiences on science and theology topics through the Veritas Forum. The result is a wide-ranging exploration of issues both specific to the present science-faith conversation and perennially of interest to skeptics and curious seekers, like how a good & … [Read more...] about Science Book Review: Can a Scientist Believe in Miracles?
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10/6: Veritas UTK Panel at Conference on Rhetoric and Religion
[W]e are today witnessing the return of religion. As the French writer and statesman André Malraux predicted, the twenty-first century would be religious. This is why it is important—and perhaps why it is the duty of us academics and intellectuals—to find new ways of thinking about religion in a world where unthinking and depraved uses of religion can be dangerous. We should not forget, however, that for many linking rhetoric and religion remains new and daring. - Laurent Pernot, “The Rhetoric of Religion” … [Read more...] about 10/6: Veritas UTK Panel at Conference on Rhetoric and Religion
Veritas Riff in Boston Tuesday July 11 (Highlighting Community)
Our friends at Veritas Forum shared this event, happening next Tuesday in the Boston area. If you're nearby, check it out! If you're interested in attending a Veritas Forum but don't live near Boston, visit the Veritas website for videos and other locations. 11 Speakers. 3 Locations. 1 Night. Come join the 2016-17 Veritas Forum Riff Scholar cohort as they present pilot content for future talks. We'll be hosting three events in Cambridge (both Harvard and Kendall Square areas). Enjoy food and refreshments with … [Read more...] about Veritas Riff in Boston Tuesday July 11 (Highlighting Community)
Upcoming Events: Veritas Forums with Josh Swamidass
Urbana 15 seminar speaker Josh Swamidass will present at three Veritas Forum events this spring, and the first is coming up Monday, February 22. Veritas Forums are public events that engage students and faculty in discussions about life's hardest questions and the modern relevance of Jesus Christ. They include dialogue partners from the host universities sharing how their perspectives are shaped by different worldviews. … [Read more...] about Upcoming Events: Veritas Forums with Josh Swamidass
Veritas Event Tuesday (Boston): Riff Speakers Lineup
Want to hear speakers like Andy Crouch, David Skeel, Charmaine Royal and Francis Su next week? Veritas Forum invites InterVarsity grad students and faculty to sit in on a pilot event for developing new content through Veritas Riff. With speakers from NASA, Christianity Today, and more, the Boston event is a perfect occasion to grow in faith and learning, and to invite friends of any faith or none. See the Veritas announcement below: Please join us on Tuesday, July 14th at 6pm! You are cordially invited to … [Read more...] about Veritas Event Tuesday (Boston): Riff Speakers Lineup