Project Activities
Big Questions Seminar Series
Grant activities were formally launched during the fall of 2011 with a ten week seminar series on big questions in science and religion.
Read moreBiblical Interpretation
One of the key factors enabling or inhibiting science and religion dialogue is the approach one takes to Biblical interpretation. Dr. Todd Harrington led this series during the spring of 2012.
Christian Perspectives on Evolution
During the spring of 2012, Dr. Steve Donaldson led a series on evolution.
Read moreBig Questions for High School Students
Graduating high school students often leave the confines of their church and go off to college or the job market where they discover that there are issues from which they have been isolated. Many of the issues are directly related to topics at the interface of science and religion.
Read moreScience, Religion, and the Church Conference
Perceived incompatibilities between theological and scientific perspectives of the world pose a potential dilemma for Christians and form a barrier for many outside the church for whom Christianity might otherwise appear viable.
Read moreBooks for Church Libraries
A portion of grant funds was used to purchase a selection of books on science and religion for church libraries.
Read morePresentation Materials
In conjunction with this grant several sets of PowerPoint slides and accompanying notes were developed for use by churches or other interested groups or individuals to explore key topics in science and religion.
Read moreReading Groups in Science and Religion
Two reading groups in Science and Religion were convened for Dawson members and their guests during the winter of 2013.
Read moreOngoing Support
Part of the mission of the Samford University Center for Science and Religion is to be a resource for ongoing support for congregations attempting to engage in science and religion dialogue.
Read moreSINC Conference
In February, 2012, project leaders Dr. Steve Donaldson and Dr. Todd Harrington attended a conference in Chico, CA for awardees of Scientists in Congregations (SINC) grants.
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