Holy Curiosity! Science, Wonder, and the Desire to Know

February 3, 2018
PittsburghPA
USA

Holy Curiosity! Science, Wonder, and the Desire to Know

Speakers

Edward (Ted) B. Davis is professor of the history of science at Messiah College. He has edited 16 books and written dozens of articles about historical and contemporary aspects of Christianity and science.

Jennifer J. Wiseman is a senior astrophysicist at the NASA Goddard Space Flight Center, where she serves as the senior project scientist for the Hubble Space Telescope. She previously headed the Laboratory for Exoplanets and Stellar Astrophysics. She studies star forming regions of our galaxy using radio, optical, and infrared telescopes, with a particular interest in molecular cloud cores, protostars, and outflows. Dr. Wiseman is also interested in science policy and public science outreach and engagement.

Date

Sat., Feb. 3, 2018

Keynotes: 1:00 and 4:00 p.m.

Workshop: 2:30-3:45 p.m.

Overview

Einstein once said, “Never lose a holy curiosity.” Join reknowned scientists who are “passionately curious!” Learn about the origins of the science/faith schism. Explore the universe through the eye of the Hubble Space Telescope!

Participants are encouraged to read Dr. Davis’s BioLogos series, Science and the Bible, prior to attending.

Youth leaders are encouraged to bring groups.

Registration

 

Cost: FREE!  This event is free thanks to the generous underwriting of the American Association for the Advancement of Science.

CEUs: 0.1 per lecture; 0.1 for workshop

Directions: Free parking is available behind the chapel and library on the Seminary campus. Get directions to PTS.

Questions

Call 412-924-1345 or e-mail [email protected].