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How Much Can Biology Explain? Charles Darwin & Bernard Lonergan, SJ
John Haught, PhD Distinguished Research Professor, Georgetown University 1:30 - 4:00 PM, October 8 Evolutionary biology contributes much to our present understanding of life, and it promises also to deepen our understanding of human intelligence, ethics and even religion. For some evolutionists, however, Darwin’s science is so impressive that it now supplants theology by providing what appears to be the ultimate explanation of all manifestations of life including human intelligence. By using the Jesuit philosopher Bernard Lonergan's theory of understanding…
Find out more »Dreaming: A Gateway to the Unconscious?
Bindu Methikalam, PhD Assistant Professor of Psychology, Chestnut Hill College 7 pm, November 2 Dreams are a fascinating way to gain new or deeper understanding of one’s identity. At the same time, there are often misconceptions about dreams and exploring dreams can be confusing. This interactive lecture will provide an overview of present research on dreams as well as some of the cultural factors associated with dream work. Dr. Methikalam is Assistant Professor in the Clinical Psychology program and Assistant…
Find out more »Spiritual Insights on Studying the Atmosphere of Mars
Brother Robert Novak, CFC, PhD Professor of Physics, Iona College, New Rochelle, NY Collaborator with NASA’s Astrobiology Institute, Goddard Space Flight Center, Greenbelt, MD Scientists at the Goddard Space Flight Center and their collaborators have been analyzing the components of the atmosphere of Mars, particularly, water, ozone, and methane. In this lecture, Brother Robert Novak will share details about his research and the impact of his study of Mars’ atmosphere on his spirituality and experience of community among his coworkers.…
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