Faith & Science Symposium NCSU CVMF

How did faith-filled cultures influence the development of the Scientific Revolution? Many claim that science arose despite heavy opposition by the Christian church. Is there more to the story?

What should we think about the early chapters of Genesis? How did its original audience understand it, and how should we understand it today?

Have chemists and biologist explained how life arose on planet Earth? From a scientific perspective, what do we actually know about the origins of life, and what still remains a mystery?

Is it possible for science to provide circumstantial evidence for faith? As science digs ever deeper into the world around us, what does the big picture say? Might there be intentionality in how things in the physical universe work together?

Is it logically inconsistent for scientists to practice religion in their personal lives? A panel of scientists explain why their faith enriches their particular field of study.

Science and faith are often presented as being in conflict. But can they be complementary? How can we improve the conversation between scientists and communities of faith? Can we reach a common ground to improve understanding and create fruitful conversations?