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Every Single Cognitive Bias in One Infographic
We’ve written posts on our blog about cognitive biases — short cuts our brains take to be more efficient — but did you know scientists have documented just short of 200 different biases? You can take a look at them in this amazing graphic, or dive deeper by reading about them on wikipedia.
The Paradox of Generosity
“A more generous world is a better world.” That was one of the premises of the Science of Generosity Initiative that Christian Smith led at the University of Notre Dame.
Homeschool Resources from BioLogos
If you’ve ever shopped for homeschool curricula, you know what a challenge it is to find the right fit for your family – and science is a subject that can be especially challenging. The good news is that BioLogos has some resources to help you in your choice.
Books
The Paradox of Generosity
“A more generous world is a better world.” That was one of the premises of the Science of Generosity Initiative that Christian Smith led at the University of Notre Dame.
Mathematics Through the Eyes of Faith
Mathematics Through the Eyes of Faith is among the most accessible and effective engagements on the connections between math and the Christian faith available.
Ian Barbour’s Religion and Science
In his 1989 Gifford Lectures and subsequent book based on them, Ian Barbour explains his well-known, four-fold typology for religion and science – conflict, independence, dialogue, and integration. There is knowledge and insight in this definitive text that can benefit newcomer and expert alike.
COVID-19 Resources
Making Progress Post-Pandemic
“Trouble is opportunity.” I don’t think Sir John Marks Templeton was the first to coin that phrase, but I heard it a lot during my decade working for his foundation. It was one of his investment...
Wisdom on Gathering: How Science Can Help Your Church Make Decisions
Christianity Today offers thoughtful guidelines for how churches can make wise decisions about gathering while we live in the middle of an improving but not finished pandemic.
Shepherding to Herd Immunity
For pastors, this really is the moment for us to protect our flock from the thieves and wolves that would steal the very health of our congregation and our individual members. It’s our moment to take on the role as shepherds of our flocks.
Podcasts
Science for the Church on the Upwords Podcast
This 30-minute listen is a great introduction to us and our work.
Ciencia, Fe y Esperanza
The Ciencia, Fe y Esperanza (i.e., Science, Faith, and Hope) project addresses the disconnection between faith and science in the Latinx community with the intent of creating a safe space for dialogue, providing education, and encouraging young people to see STEM careers as vocational callings.
Greg Cootsona on The Distillery Podcast
Our own Greg Cootsona discusses the supposed conflict between science and religion in Princeton Theological Seminary’s Podcast, The Distillery.
Race & Science
Q & A with Theologian of Science, Edgardo Rosado
It’s been one of the serendipities of the past year to have met the Rev. Dr. Edgardo Rosado, pastor, scholar, community leader, and (from what we’ve heard) a rockin’ electric bass player. Rev. Dr. Rosado provides us with fresh insights on connecting faith and science for Hispanic Christians.
Sylvester James Gates
Sylvester James Gates is not only the first African-American to hold an endowed chair of physics at a major American research university, but also a positive voice for faith and science.
Humans and Race
Race continues to be an issue for American culture and the church. This 3-minute video, developed for use in religous settings, introduces some of the relevant science and can complement the work we are doing in the church to increase understanding about race and racism.
Videos
The Paradox of Generosity
“A more generous world is a better world.” That was one of the premises of the Science of Generosity Initiative that Christian Smith led at the University of Notre Dame.
What We Know about Forgiveness
About 25 years ago, largely as a result of grant funding from the John Templeton Foundation, forgiveness became a topic not just for faith communities but for scientists to study. Since that time,...
Insights about Free Will from Science, Philosophy, and Theology
Matters of choice, responsibility, and free will have entranced and entangled philosophers, theologians, and scientists for millennia. These questions cut to the heart of what it means to be human, and at times to the very nature of reality itself. So what do we know about it?
Websites
Homeschool Resources from BioLogos
If you’ve ever shopped for homeschool curricula, you know what a challenge it is to find the right fit for your family – and science is a subject that can be especially challenging. The good news is that BioLogos has some resources to help you in your choice.
Messy Church Does Science
Messy Church seeks to create a relaxed, ‘messy’ time to explore a biblical theme through creative activities – and one of their recent initiatives is around science.
Ciencia, Fe y Esperanza
The Ciencia, Fe y Esperanza (i.e., Science, Faith, and Hope) project addresses the disconnection between faith and science in the Latinx community with the intent of creating a safe space for dialogue, providing education, and encouraging young people to see STEM careers as vocational callings.