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Noted scholar connects spirituality, science at TMI

01-25-2011 04:40 PM CET | Science & Education

Press release from: TMI - The Episocopal School of Texas

Distinguished Christian philosopher/author Peter Kreeft, Ph.D., spoke Jan. 13 at two events in All Saints Chapel at TMI – The Episcopal School of Texas. Kreeft, a Boston College professor of philosophy, spoke to students in chapel and took part in a panel discussion with TMI faculty about the relationship between faith, reason and science.

He also delivered the Daunt Lecture 2011 at a public event that evening on the subject of his book, “If Einstein Had Been a Surfer.” In this talk, Kreeft drew from philosophy, theology and quantum physics to address the problem of finding a unified theory of existence that takes into account not only scientific description but also our interconnectedness and spiritual experience.

“The lecture dealt with a very complicated subject that is at the forefront of our culture today,” said the Rev. Nathan Bostian, TMI chaplain, “handled in an engaging, friendly way by someone who is a real master at taking complex ideas and explaining them to teens and young adults. “ Students were “greatly challenged to think and rethink their ideas about the relationship between religion and science,” said Bostian, “and it led to many fruitful discussions in classes around campus.”

About TMI – The Episcopal School of Texas: Founded in 1893, TMI is a private, co-educational, college-preparatory school for grades 6-12, with optional Junior ROTC and boarding programs. For information, visit www.tmi-sa.org or call 698-7171.

TMI – The Episcopal School of Texas
20955 West Tejas Trail
San Antonio, TX 78257

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