faith and science
Why atheists are not as rational as some like to think
By Lois Lee — October 2, 2018
(The Conversation) — Just because you believe in evidence-based, scientific research – which is subject to strict checks and procedures – doesn’t mean that your mind works in the same way.
Geneticist Francis Collins ponders peril of biotechnology
By Adelle M. Banks — June 19, 2018
WASHINGTON (RNS) — 'Is this something we can embrace because it has great potential in medicine or is it something we should think a little more deeply about before we plunge in?' the geneticist asks about advances in gene editing.
Critics: Trump’s religious exemption on birth control ignores science
By Lauren Markoe — October 11, 2017
(AP) — Although the regulations ultimately address matters of individual conscience and religious teaching, they also dive into medical research and scholarly studies on birth control.
Astronaut and senator, John Glenn saw no conflict between faith and science
By Emily McFarlan Miller — December 8, 2016
(RNS) The pioneering astronaut and longtime senator is perhaps less well-known as an elder in the Presbyterian Church (USA) who saw no conflict between his beliefs in God and in science.
HBO’s ‘Westworld’: Robot sex and the nature of the soul
By Kimberly Winston — December 2, 2016
(RNS) The show, which concludes Sunday (Dec. 4), raises theological questions about what it means to be human and what it costs us to sacrifice our humanity for momentary pleasure.
Standing Rock activists see Pope Francis as spiritual ally
By John Thavis — December 2, 2016
STANDING ROCK, North Dakota (RNS) The pontiff hasn't been asked directly about the oil pipeline controversy, but his writings show where his sympathies could lie.
Religious environmentalists gird themselves for a Trump presidency
By Lauren Markoe — November 13, 2016
(RNS) “I am dismayed and scared for what this means for the poor, for creation and for all of our descendants,” said Rabbi Fred Scherlinder Dobb.
Pope, Anglican leader vow joint action on poverty and environment
By David Gibson — October 5, 2016
ROME (Reuters) The pledge at a vespers prayer service came despite challenges to greater unity posed by differences over women priests and gay marriage.
Science and the Bible can help ease racial tensions
By guest — October 5, 2016
(RNS) It’s a fact of science that all humans are the same basic color, just different shades, while God's word declares that we are one race, descendants of Adam and Eve.
Pope Francis says care of environment a new ‘work of mercy’
By Josephine McKenna — September 1, 2016
VATICAN CITY (RNS) Pope Francis is calling for urgent action to stop climate change, saying care of the environment should be added to the traditional seven works of mercy like feeding the hungry.
You are not your brain: Why a head transplant is not what you think it is
By Charles C. Camosy — August 18, 2016
(RNS) A fully functioning, healthy brain is an inadequate explanation for fundamental aspects of human existence, including self-awareness.
Scientists bring saints back to life with imaging technology
By Janet Tappin Coelho — July 18, 2016
RIO DE JANEIRO (RNS) The scientists, both members of the Brazilian Team of Forensic Anthropology and Forensic Odontology, have discovered that the religious images of saints are generally inaccurate.
AME Church: Climate change disproportionately hurts blacks
By Adelle M. Banks — July 14, 2016
(RNS) The denomination, echoing Pope Francis and Ecumenical Patriarch Bartholomew, pointed to research that shows climate change has a negative impact on people of color.
Bill Nye visits Noah’s Ark theme park
By Emily McFarlan Miller — July 11, 2016
(RNS) And it was like their earlier debate 'all over again but more intense at times,' according to Ken Ham, president and CEO of Answers in Genesis, the Christian apologetics ministry behind the park.
6 life and death questions for ethicist Arthur Caplan
By Cathy Lynn Grossman — June 30, 2016
(RNS) Bioethicist Arthur Caplan looks at the moral quandaries posed by Zika and the Olympics, the right-to-die law in California and more headliner issues.
