SciTech† for May 2024
Welcome to the May 2024 edition of SciTech†. Read the articles below, or download the issue in PDF format.
Christian Bridges
Theologians don’t typically reflect on material bridges. However, one leading mid-20th century theologian of the Reformed Tradition did: Emil Brunner.
Have you read?
Recent event led me to re-read Angela Saini’s 2017 book Inferior. I found that this self-described “science geek” had been on the receiving end of sexism at her school in England.
Finding mystery and awe in deep time
A few months ago, I acquired a recently published book entitled Otherlands: A Journey Through Earth’s Extinct Worlds. About halfway through I began to realize that this author, though writing as a scientist, was presenting other worlds as I had never seen them portrayed before.
All about that base
I have always enjoyed learning about the history of math and how ancient systems still influence the math we use today. There are so many things in our daily lives that we never question that at some point had to be established. Here is an example: why are there 60...
President’s Column for May 2024
This will mainly be a report from the April PASTCF Board meeting. Every year in April Board members attend the Ecumenical Roundtable (ERT) and use the occasion to have an extended (hybrid) Board meeting. These days, the science, technology, and faith work within...
Of Interest
This month we highlight an extensive and visually engaging online version of a Museum of the Bible exhibit and a documentary on Pierre Teilhard de Chardin.
