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God’s creation is amazing—it beckons us to explore and discover. But the last century has seen an unhelpful pattern of the church disengaging from science. Science for the Church equips Christian leaders and scientists of faith with content, resources, networks, and events in pursuit of a day when science is no longer a barrier to faith, but instead augments the work of the church.

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Some New Complexity in the Conflict Thesis

by Science for the Church

You have heard of the White and Draper “conflict thesis” about the historical relationship between religion and science, right? It is a myth historians have debunked, but recent scholarship suggests that in debunking it they have missed some fascinating complexity.

Peter Harrison Unpacks the History of the Conflict Thesis

by Science for the Church

Does history show a conflict between religion and science? According to Peter Harrison, a careful study of history finds a very different narrative.

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Will Rose, Parish Pastor at

Holy Trinity Lutheran Church

“A science engaged theology is vital for the vibrancy of the Church. Science for the Church seeks to curate a space where relationships and resources can help this vibrancy become a reality.”