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We're Equipping Christian Leadership in an Age of Science, a research project based at St John's College, Durham. Science, faith, theology, sociology, history, public engagement, grant opportunities for churches.
British Science Week starts tomorrow!
This is the perfect opportunity for individuals and churches to pray for scientists, educators, and regulators, so that science serves us all.
Take a look at these prayer resources developed by Faraday and Christians in Science: www.cis.org.uk/british-scie...
Details of an event on Sunday 22 March at 4pm at Great St Mary's. Choral Evensong followed at 5.15pm by a panel discussion on hope in the face of environmental crisis.
Great St Mary's church in the centre of Cambridge is one recipient of our Scientists in Congregations awards scheme.
This event, coming up later in March, is a great example of how they're facilitating conversations on sustainability between local scientists and the church community ⬇️
WE'RE HIRING!
Another new exciting role here at Cranmer Hall.
If you are experienced in & passionate about the following, we'd love to hear from you:
-Marketing and content creation
-Event co-ordination
-Developing and maintaining strategic relationships
Apply: www.cranmerhall.com/resources/va...
We have supported Knowle Parish Church in Solihull with funding for their Lent course on creation care. A fantastic line-up of speakers and topics!
We're looking for UK-based church leaders to fill in a survey on science and faith that will compare global responses.
If you are, or have been, in a church, seminary, or other leadership position (ordained or not) we would appreciate your views!
app.onlinesurveys.jisc.ac.uk/s/durham/ecl...
Lent is approaching and it's the perfect time to discover our Stories of Science and Faith.
Our Lent series covers some common questions and doubts about science and faith - and suggested discussion questions make them ideal for individual and group reflection.
www.eclasproject.org/new-narrativ...
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Our research seminar next week will be presented by Olivia Rathbone, and feature her PhD research into African women’s postcolonial theologies and science-engaged faith.
Thurs 19, 9am - register here: tinyurl.com/eclas-seminars
"I don’t wake up every morning filled with optimism about the state of the world.
"But I can wake up committed to doing the next thing that moves me toward an improved, manifest future: writing, teaching, making small changes where I can."
www.eclasproject.org/hope-is-not-...
To celebrate the publication of 'Science, Religion and the Human Future' you can grab a limited time 30% discount - so get our new book for £13.99 ($17.50) here:
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A reminder that recorded talks from our conference on end times, revelation, and new creation are available on our website: www.eclasproject.org/conference/r...
Featuring perspectives from five ECLAS hubs around the world.
ECLAS project manager Revd Dr Lucas Mix is giving a talk for Christians in Science on 3 Feb.
Lucas will speak about how we can bring science and faith together in mission and ministry.
Register for free here! www.tickettailor.com/events/chris...
Brand New podcast out! Co-producer is alum Rachael Phillips. Episode one discusses neurodivergence & church.
Listen here & all major platforms:
open.spotify.com/show/5MXi56e...
Thankas to Keep The Faith magazine for highlighting our story "What Mary and Elizabeth Knew" in their new issue.
It touches on how people's experience of healthcare can depend on their identity, ethnicity, or social background - and how we can change this.
Free to read: issuu.com/keepthefaith...
How might mission and environmental care strengthen one another in your local context?
Upcoming workshop from our friends at St Augustine's College of Theology: staugustinescollege.ac.uk/events/creat...
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Last week we spent a wonderful team away day in York, planning for the next two years and sharing food and fellowship. And York was looking stunning as usual.
Just arrived in the mail: 'Science, Religion, and the Human Future' (OUP 2026) - from our @eclasproject.bsky.social, on the history of conflict narratives in Science and Religion, and their present ramifications.
Now available as e-book & in print: global.oup.com/academic/pro... 1/2
Ever wondered what impact the #science #religion conflict myth has on #scicomms ? New book out now with Oxford University Press - inspired by our beloved #TomMcLeish
www.eclasproject.org/new-book-sci...
#scienceandfaith #histsci #AI #GM #spaceflight #eclas
New book day! 📖
'Science, Religion, and the Human Future: Conflict, Collusion, and Consequences' is the culmination of years of ECLAS research into the science-religion conflict narrative and its negative impact on science communication.
www.eclasproject.org/new-book-sci...
Our latest quarterly newsletter is out now, with opportunities to share your thoughts on church leadership and science, celebrating new books, and trailing our upcoming research seminars: mailchi.mp/durham.ac.uk...
Our first research seminar of the new term is next Thursday, when @eguimont.bsky.social will be talking about the history of Flat Earth beliefs.
You can check out our other upcoming seminars and register for email invitations here - online and open to all: www.eclasproject.org/our-upcoming...
Here are the fascinating products of Regent's Park College, Oxford's Science for Seminaries grant.
Including a five-episode podcast, historical case studies, and videos about how Baptists have engaged with science through mission activity. Check it out!
www.rpc.ox.ac.uk/research-lif...
"As an engineer he joined more distinguished names whose faith encouraged them to get their hands dirty in exploring the world and making it a better place."
David Wilkinson on giving thanks for his father and other engineers: www.eclasproject.org/giving-thank...
This week's Advent story is on censuses, from the one that brought Mary and Joseph to Bethlehem, to the parish churches that hold records of generations past.
Now, parish records are being put to surprising use in medical science.
eclas.shorthandstories.com/advent/count...
The Galileo spacecraft arrived in Jupiter's orbit 30 years ago this week, giving us a better understanding of the planet and its moons.
In this blog, David Wilkinson reflects on the spacecraft's namesake, and the nature of authority in science: www.eclasproject.org/thirty-years...
St Paul's Cathedral are sharing our Advent New Narratives this December, starting with 'Steering by Starlight.'
It explores how, throughout history, seeking knowledge from the stars has shaped our understanding of the universe and our place in it.
eclas.shorthandstories.com/advent/steer...
"We are called to continue to be a Christ-like Church in this season for the sake of God’s world: contemplative, compassionate and courageous, as we engage with the sciences as with every part of life."
Powerful post from Bishop Steven Croft.
bishopstevencroft.substack.com/p/modern-sci...
Thank you to all who attended our Senior Leader Conference over the last two days - we had attendees from 12 countries coming together to learn and reflect on science, creation, and new creation. Recorded talks will be on our website soon!
Reminder - tomorrow is the FINAL day to apply for a Scientists in Congregations grant.
If you've been working on an idea, get your email in ASAP!
And these are just a few select highlights of projects we’ve been privileged to support! Take a look at our website for details on how to apply: eclasproject.org/congregations
Cornerstones Methodist Church in Cornwall ran a series of Ocean Sundays, exploring marine science, holding Beach Church, and cleaning up the coastal environment where they’re based.
