Central Pennsylvania Forum for Religion and Science
The Central Pennsylvania Forum for Religion and Science, under the direction of Dr. Richard Schaeffer, Professor of Chemistry, sponsors a variety of events, all intended to help promote better understanding of religion and science–including medicine and social science–in this region. We continue the university’s established tradition of hosting speakers who represent diverse religious and disciplinary perspectives. Most events take place on our campus, but some are held in other locations.
All of our events are announced here. PLEASE BOOKMARK THIS PAGE FOR FUTURE REFERENCE. Information about each event is also sent by email upon request. To add your name to our list, or to update your email address, contact Dr. Schaeffer at rschaeff@messiah.edu.
All of our events are open to the public—indeed, it is the people of Central Pennsylvania whom we seek to serve. Most events are free; any exceptions will be clearly announced. Our budget comes mostly from contributions. If you wish to donate to the Forum, please contact Dr. Schaeffer.
Events for Fall 2023
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Peter Enns Lecture
Tuesday, October 24, at 7:00pm in Alexander Auditorium, Frey Hall 110
Please join us as we welcome Dr. Peter Enns, Abram S. Clemens Professor of Biblical Studies at Eastern University, to campus to deliver a talk based on his recent book entitled, “Curveball: When Your Faith Takes Turns You Never Saw Coming (or How I Stumbled and Tripped My Way to Finding a Bigger God)”. We look forward to an illuminating and inspiring talk.
Events for Spring 2024
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Jessica Moerman Lecture
Wednesday, February 14, at 7:00pm in Alexander Auditorium, Frey Hall 110
Please join us as we welcome Dr. Jessica Moerman, President and CEO of the Evangelical Environmental Network and co-founding pastor of Grace Capital City church, to campus to deliver a talk entitled, "Climate Change: What God's Creation is Telling Us." We look forward to an elightening and inspiring talk.
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