O Lord, how manifold are thy works!
In wisdom hast thou made them all:
the earth is full of thy riches. (Psalm 104:24)
Often with scientific issues that have religious implications, as in debates between proponents of evolutionary science and proponents of creationism or intelligent design, it seems as if there is a fundamental conflict between science and religion. We in the Nebraska Religious Coalition for Science Education (NRCSE) are Nebraskans of various religious faiths who respect both science and theology. Our mission is to proclaim the compatibility of good science (including evolution) and good theology (including creation). The NRCSE recognizes the duty of Nebraska's schools to help students understand the best available science. We believe that evolution can and should be widely taught in a scientifically sound manner that is neutral regarding philosophical or religious worldviews. We are convinced that academic freedom, religious freedom, and scientific integrity are compatible.
Please click here for why we in the NRCSE consider evolution compatible with religious faith.
Also see a two-page document published in March 2006 by the National Council of Churches (NCC) entitled Science, Religion, and the Teaching of Evolution in Public School Science Classes.
The Mystery of Human Origins: Which Theories are Compatible with Catholic Faith? by Mark Brumley gives an overview of statements by John Paul II and Benedict XVI.
Denis O. Lamoureux has posted helpful information on his web site concerning evolutionary creation.
Dr. Francis Collins, Director of the NIH National Human Genome Research Institute, addressed the American Scientific Affiliation's annual meetings in 2002 and 2006. For links to audio, video, and transcripts, click here.
Evolution: Education and Outreach is a new journal for 2008. Content is free through 2008.
Please click here for the position of the NRCSE on the teaching of intelligent design (ID) as an alternative to neo-Darwinian evolution in Nebraska schools.
Yes, we are developing a speakers bureau.
Books of Distinction is an annotated list of excellent books on science and religion, sponsored by the Templeton Foundation Press.