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Science & Spirituality to Collide at the Upcoming ISCAST Conference on Human Futures
The one-day conference will explore the intersection of faith and science in shaping humanity's future.
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22
Jul
The Scientific & Spiritual Human: Faith for our Genetic Futures
22nd July 2023 @ 10:00 am –
22nd July 2023 @ 4:00 pm
22nd July 2023 @ 4:00 pm
Old Warden's Lodge, Trinity College Theological School, 100 Royal Parade, Parkville (Enter through Gate C)
16
Jul
Celebrating Science & Faith at St Paul’s: An Evensong Worship Service
16th July 2023 @ 4:00 pm –
16th July 2023 @ 4:30 pm
16th July 2023 @ 4:30 pm
St Paul's Anglican Cathedral Melbourne, Cnr Flinders St & Swanston St, Melbourne
About us
ISCAST—The Institute for the Study of Christianity in an Age of Science and Technology
ISCAST's mission is to engage Australians in constructive conversation between Christian faith and the sciences. We are convinced that Christian faith has much to say in engagement with the sciences, and we are concerned that so many people, both outside and some within the Christian church, think that there is a destructive conflict between faith and science.
The rapid development of science and technology has left many people bewildered, leading some to accept a naturalistic, “science-only” mindset, while others retreat to a fundamentalism that rejects much of mainstream science.
This is why we engage in constructive science-faith conversations through conferences, seminars, interviews, book reviews, our academic journal (CPOSAT) and providing Christian insights into the latest scientific developments in news and opinion pieces.
Continue reading about usQuestions of faith and science are of great importance for people of all ages, and they are being extremely well addressed by ISCAST.
ISCAST patron, Professor Graeme Clark AC FAA FRS, bionic ear pioneer
Science and faith is a key issue ... ISCAST addresses the complexity of this important question in ways young people can handle. Thank you.
Rev. Philippa Lohmeyer-Collins, Chaplain and Religion and Values Teacher, Mentone Girls’ Grammar
Thinking seriously about science is important for all of life but especially important for those thinking about the bigger questions of our existence. No organisation in Australia does it better than ISCAST.
Dr John Dickson, founding director, Centre for Public Christianity
Before analysing the relationship between these two notions, faith and science did not really align in my mind. They seemed too distant, almost like polar opposites, however my understanding of this has definitely changed. Even though there are distinct differences—science asking how things are created whereas religion asking why—the correlation is complementary.
A year-10 student after an ISCAST school seminar
I used to think that science and faith could not exist in the same world. Now I think that it is all a matter of perspective, because faith and science can co-exist.
Year-9 student at an ISCAST school seminar
It was fantastic to have ISCAST present to our Year 10s. The talk encouraged students and staff to think deeply across a variety of themes and topics. I highly recommend ISCAST for presenting on faith and science in any school setting.
Rev. Nick Curtis, Director of Christian Ministries, PLC, Melbourne
Creation's wonders draw me to worship of the Creator and curiosity about the created order. ISCAST stimulates and nurtures my curiosity and hence my worship: ‘faith seeks understanding’. I commend the strategic mission of ISCAST and urge support for its resourcing of science and Christian faith.
Bishop John Harrower OAM
ISCAST has provided me the opportunity to think deeply about current and future developments in science and technology from a biblical and personal faith perspective. The opportunity to engage with Christians from a range of academic, practitioner and study backgrounds has encouraged and challenged me. ISCAST is such an excellent platform for meaningful conversation on these subjects with God at the centre, helping to strengthen my faith and providing a deeper sense of community.
Carl Michael, superannuation industry Chief Technology Officer
