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Magis Center6 min read

God, Science, and Creation

Almost two hours of in-depth reason and discourse by Fr. Spitzer on what science can tell us about God, science, and creation.
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Magis Center9 min read

Evidence for a Beginning of the Universe

If the Big Bang marks the universe's initial expansion, then could it be the beginning of the universe? Could this indicate a transcendent cause—a creator?
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Magis Center4 min read

Understanding the Two Stories of Creation in Genesis

Discover the two stories of creation in Genesis, literary forms, historical context, and theological meaning, offering fresh insights into their purpose.
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Maggie Ciskanik, M.S., MSc.5 min read

How Science, Reason, and Faith Can Help Us Discover the Bible

Father Spitzer's most recent release equips readers with the tools needed to truly discover the Bible. Read a review here!
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Magis Center2 min read

The Secular Versus Catholic View of the Human Person

University of Notre Dame Professor Carter Snead explains the secular versus Catholic view of the human person.
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Matthew A. Tsakanikas15 min read

Sinai as Interpretive Key to Genesis Part III: From Eden to the Temple

Dive into understanding the book of Genesis that we know today by looking at the Garden of Eden and the Tabernacle in the final installment of the series.
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Dr. Robert Kurland, Ph.D.7 min read

St. Augustine: Patron Saint of Geeks?

As a science and math geek, I need a patron saint. I choose St. Augustine of Hippo, whose insights into science and math were centuries ahead of his time.
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Maggie Ciskanik, M.S.6 min read

Gregor Mendel and Charles Darwin: Two Men and a Theory

Scientists Charles Darwin and Gregor Mendel were contemporaries. Mendel certainly knew of Charles Darwin, but did Darwin ignore Gregor Mendel's work?
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Maggie Ciskanik, M.S.6 min read

Is Free Will an Illusion?

If we're hardwired to respond to situations in a particular way, should we despair of ever being able to change? This brings up the question of free will.
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Maggie Ciskanik, M.S.4 min read

Made in His Image: the Social Synapse and the Neurobiology of Connection

The data is in: we are hardwired for connection and social interactions. Not a surprise—for God is a community of love, and we are made in His image.
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Maggie Ciskanik, M.S.5 min read

Made in God’s Image; or Are We?

Should the idea of our being “made in the image of God” should be set aside since it has been disproved by science? Dr. Marie George answers.
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Maggie Ciskanik, M.S.6 min read

Hidden Figures in the Story of DNA 

If someone asked you who discovered DNA, what answer would you give? The correct answer: all of the above contributed in some way—and many others!
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