ECLAS Project
@eclasproject.bsky.social
We're Equipping Christian Leadership in an Age of Science, a research project based at St John's College, Durham.
Science, faith, theology, sociology, history, public engagement, grant opportunities for churches.
Science, faith, theology, sociology, history, public engagement, grant opportunities for churches.
Lent is approaching and it's the perfect time to discover our Stories of Science and Faith.
Our Lent series covers some common questions and doubts about science and faith - and suggested discussion questions make them ideal for individual and group reflection.
www.eclasproject.org/new-narrativ...
Our Lent series covers some common questions and doubts about science and faith - and suggested discussion questions make them ideal for individual and group reflection.
www.eclasproject.org/new-narrativ...
Stories of Science and Faith – ECLAS
Telling different stories about science and faith.
www.eclasproject.org
February 12, 2026 at 3:17 PM
Lent is approaching and it's the perfect time to discover our Stories of Science and Faith.
Our Lent series covers some common questions and doubts about science and faith - and suggested discussion questions make them ideal for individual and group reflection.
www.eclasproject.org/new-narrativ...
Our Lent series covers some common questions and doubts about science and faith - and suggested discussion questions make them ideal for individual and group reflection.
www.eclasproject.org/new-narrativ...
Our research seminar next week will be presented by Olivia Rathbone, and feature her PhD research into African women’s postcolonial theologies and science-engaged faith.
Thurs 19, 9am - register here: tinyurl.com/eclas-seminars
Thurs 19, 9am - register here: tinyurl.com/eclas-seminars
February 11, 2026 at 10:39 AM
Our research seminar next week will be presented by Olivia Rathbone, and feature her PhD research into African women’s postcolonial theologies and science-engaged faith.
Thurs 19, 9am - register here: tinyurl.com/eclas-seminars
Thurs 19, 9am - register here: tinyurl.com/eclas-seminars
"I don’t wake up every morning filled with optimism about the state of the world.
"But I can wake up committed to doing the next thing that moves me toward an improved, manifest future: writing, teaching, making small changes where I can."
www.eclasproject.org/hope-is-not-...
"But I can wake up committed to doing the next thing that moves me toward an improved, manifest future: writing, teaching, making small changes where I can."
www.eclasproject.org/hope-is-not-...
Hope is not a pre-requisite – ECLAS
How do we keep going, when nothing seems likely to change? Perhaps hope isn't the only answer.
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January 29, 2026 at 1:55 PM
"I don’t wake up every morning filled with optimism about the state of the world.
"But I can wake up committed to doing the next thing that moves me toward an improved, manifest future: writing, teaching, making small changes where I can."
www.eclasproject.org/hope-is-not-...
"But I can wake up committed to doing the next thing that moves me toward an improved, manifest future: writing, teaching, making small changes where I can."
www.eclasproject.org/hope-is-not-...
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To celebrate the publication of 'Science, Religion and the Human Future' you can grab a limited time 30% discount - so get our new book for £13.99 ($17.50) here:
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January 29, 2026 at 1:39 PM
To celebrate the publication of 'Science, Religion and the Human Future' you can grab a limited time 30% discount - so get our new book for £13.99 ($17.50) here:
global.oup.com/academic/pro...
global.oup.com/academic/pro...
A reminder that recorded talks from our conference on end times, revelation, and new creation are available on our website: www.eclasproject.org/conference/r...
Featuring perspectives from five ECLAS hubs around the world.
Featuring perspectives from five ECLAS hubs around the world.
Reading the Bible in an Age of Science: New Creation – ECLAS
Online public theology retreat for senior Church leaders, focusing on science and new creation.
www.eclasproject.org
January 28, 2026 at 11:59 AM
A reminder that recorded talks from our conference on end times, revelation, and new creation are available on our website: www.eclasproject.org/conference/r...
Featuring perspectives from five ECLAS hubs around the world.
Featuring perspectives from five ECLAS hubs around the world.
ECLAS project manager Revd Dr Lucas Mix is giving a talk for Christians in Science on 3 Feb.
Lucas will speak about how we can bring science and faith together in mission and ministry.
Register for free here! www.tickettailor.com/events/chris...
Lucas will speak about how we can bring science and faith together in mission and ministry.
Register for free here! www.tickettailor.com/events/chris...
Free to attend – CiS Conversations - Learning from Science and Religion with Revd Dr Lucas Mix – Zoom
CiS Conversations - Learning from Science and Religion with Revd Dr Lucas Mix – Zoom, Tue 3 Feb 2026 - When science and religion operate best, they reveal key truths about the world we inhabit and hel...
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January 23, 2026 at 9:15 AM
ECLAS project manager Revd Dr Lucas Mix is giving a talk for Christians in Science on 3 Feb.
Lucas will speak about how we can bring science and faith together in mission and ministry.
Register for free here! www.tickettailor.com/events/chris...
Lucas will speak about how we can bring science and faith together in mission and ministry.
Register for free here! www.tickettailor.com/events/chris...
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Brand New podcast out! Co-producer is alum Rachael Phillips. Episode one discusses neurodivergence & church.
Listen here & all major platforms:
open.spotify.com/show/5MXi56e...
Listen here & all major platforms:
open.spotify.com/show/5MXi56e...
Episode 1
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January 22, 2026 at 3:28 PM
Brand New podcast out! Co-producer is alum Rachael Phillips. Episode one discusses neurodivergence & church.
Listen here & all major platforms:
open.spotify.com/show/5MXi56e...
Listen here & all major platforms:
open.spotify.com/show/5MXi56e...
Thankas to Keep The Faith magazine for highlighting our story "What Mary and Elizabeth Knew" in their new issue.
It touches on how people's experience of healthcare can depend on their identity, ethnicity, or social background - and how we can change this.
Free to read: issuu.com/keepthefaith...
It touches on how people's experience of healthcare can depend on their identity, ethnicity, or social background - and how we can change this.
Free to read: issuu.com/keepthefaith...
Keep The Faith Magazine Issue 141
Keep The Faith is Britain's leading magazine about the Black Christian community.
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January 22, 2026 at 2:34 PM
Thankas to Keep The Faith magazine for highlighting our story "What Mary and Elizabeth Knew" in their new issue.
It touches on how people's experience of healthcare can depend on their identity, ethnicity, or social background - and how we can change this.
Free to read: issuu.com/keepthefaith...
It touches on how people's experience of healthcare can depend on their identity, ethnicity, or social background - and how we can change this.
Free to read: issuu.com/keepthefaith...
How might mission and environmental care strengthen one another in your local context?
Upcoming workshop from our friends at St Augustine's College of Theology: staugustinescollege.ac.uk/events/creat...
Upcoming workshop from our friends at St Augustine's College of Theology: staugustinescollege.ac.uk/events/creat...
Creation, Mission and Outreach Workshop - St Augustine's College of Theology
Join us for this practical and inspiring workshop led by Revd Dr Cate Williams, an expert in mission and the environment. Together we’ll explore how to integrate creation care into the life and outrea...
staugustinescollege.ac.uk
January 21, 2026 at 3:58 PM
How might mission and environmental care strengthen one another in your local context?
Upcoming workshop from our friends at St Augustine's College of Theology: staugustinescollege.ac.uk/events/creat...
Upcoming workshop from our friends at St Augustine's College of Theology: staugustinescollege.ac.uk/events/creat...
Last week we spent a wonderful team away day in York, planning for the next two years and sharing food and fellowship. And York was looking stunning as usual.
January 20, 2026 at 2:31 PM
Last week we spent a wonderful team away day in York, planning for the next two years and sharing food and fellowship. And York was looking stunning as usual.
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Just arrived in the mail: 'Science, Religion, and the Human Future' (OUP 2026) - from our @eclasproject.bsky.social, on the history of conflict narratives in Science and Religion, and their present ramifications.
Now available as e-book & in print: global.oup.com/academic/pro... 1/2
Now available as e-book & in print: global.oup.com/academic/pro... 1/2
January 20, 2026 at 12:48 PM
Just arrived in the mail: 'Science, Religion, and the Human Future' (OUP 2026) - from our @eclasproject.bsky.social, on the history of conflict narratives in Science and Religion, and their present ramifications.
Now available as e-book & in print: global.oup.com/academic/pro... 1/2
Now available as e-book & in print: global.oup.com/academic/pro... 1/2
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Ever wondered what impact the #science #religion conflict myth has on #scicomms ? New book out now with Oxford University Press - inspired by our beloved #TomMcLeish
www.eclasproject.org/new-book-sci...
#scienceandfaith #histsci #AI #GM #spaceflight #eclas
www.eclasproject.org/new-book-sci...
#scienceandfaith #histsci #AI #GM #spaceflight #eclas
NEW BOOK ‘SCIENCE, RELIGION AND THE HUMAN FUTURE’ – ECLAS
A new book by the ECLAS team offers fresh insights into the conflict narrative and its impact on science communication.
www.eclasproject.org
January 16, 2026 at 10:44 AM
Ever wondered what impact the #science #religion conflict myth has on #scicomms ? New book out now with Oxford University Press - inspired by our beloved #TomMcLeish
www.eclasproject.org/new-book-sci...
#scienceandfaith #histsci #AI #GM #spaceflight #eclas
www.eclasproject.org/new-book-sci...
#scienceandfaith #histsci #AI #GM #spaceflight #eclas
New book day! 📖
'Science, Religion, and the Human Future: Conflict, Collusion, and Consequences' is the culmination of years of ECLAS research into the science-religion conflict narrative and its negative impact on science communication.
www.eclasproject.org/new-book-sci...
'Science, Religion, and the Human Future: Conflict, Collusion, and Consequences' is the culmination of years of ECLAS research into the science-religion conflict narrative and its negative impact on science communication.
www.eclasproject.org/new-book-sci...
NEW BOOK ‘SCIENCE, RELIGION AND THE HUMAN FUTURE’ – ECLAS
A new book by the ECLAS team offers fresh insights into the conflict narrative and its impact on science communication.
www.eclasproject.org
January 16, 2026 at 9:15 AM
New book day! 📖
'Science, Religion, and the Human Future: Conflict, Collusion, and Consequences' is the culmination of years of ECLAS research into the science-religion conflict narrative and its negative impact on science communication.
www.eclasproject.org/new-book-sci...
'Science, Religion, and the Human Future: Conflict, Collusion, and Consequences' is the culmination of years of ECLAS research into the science-religion conflict narrative and its negative impact on science communication.
www.eclasproject.org/new-book-sci...
Our latest quarterly newsletter is out now, with opportunities to share your thoughts on church leadership and science, celebrating new books, and trailing our upcoming research seminars: mailchi.mp/durham.ac.uk...
ECLAS newsletter Jan 2026
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January 14, 2026 at 10:43 AM
Our latest quarterly newsletter is out now, with opportunities to share your thoughts on church leadership and science, celebrating new books, and trailing our upcoming research seminars: mailchi.mp/durham.ac.uk...
Our first research seminar of the new term is next Thursday, when @eguimont.bsky.social will be talking about the history of Flat Earth beliefs.
You can check out our other upcoming seminars and register for email invitations here - online and open to all: www.eclasproject.org/our-upcoming...
You can check out our other upcoming seminars and register for email invitations here - online and open to all: www.eclasproject.org/our-upcoming...
Our upcoming research seminars in 2026 – ECLAS
ECLAS holds monthly open research seminars on the intersection of science and faith.
www.eclasproject.org
January 8, 2026 at 10:41 AM
Our first research seminar of the new term is next Thursday, when @eguimont.bsky.social will be talking about the history of Flat Earth beliefs.
You can check out our other upcoming seminars and register for email invitations here - online and open to all: www.eclasproject.org/our-upcoming...
You can check out our other upcoming seminars and register for email invitations here - online and open to all: www.eclasproject.org/our-upcoming...
Here are the fascinating products of Regent's Park College, Oxford's Science for Seminaries grant.
Including a five-episode podcast, historical case studies, and videos about how Baptists have engaged with science through mission activity. Check it out!
www.rpc.ox.ac.uk/research-lif...
Including a five-episode podcast, historical case studies, and videos about how Baptists have engaged with science through mission activity. Check it out!
www.rpc.ox.ac.uk/research-lif...
Baptists & Science: Resources |
www.rpc.ox.ac.uk
January 7, 2026 at 11:09 AM
Here are the fascinating products of Regent's Park College, Oxford's Science for Seminaries grant.
Including a five-episode podcast, historical case studies, and videos about how Baptists have engaged with science through mission activity. Check it out!
www.rpc.ox.ac.uk/research-lif...
Including a five-episode podcast, historical case studies, and videos about how Baptists have engaged with science through mission activity. Check it out!
www.rpc.ox.ac.uk/research-lif...
"As an engineer he joined more distinguished names whose faith encouraged them to get their hands dirty in exploring the world and making it a better place."
David Wilkinson on giving thanks for his father and other engineers: www.eclasproject.org/giving-thank...
David Wilkinson on giving thanks for his father and other engineers: www.eclasproject.org/giving-thank...
Giving thanks for the calling of engineers – ECLAS
From Charles Babbage to Katherine Johnson, many engineers have seen the laws of the physical universe as a gift from God.
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January 6, 2026 at 2:05 PM
"As an engineer he joined more distinguished names whose faith encouraged them to get their hands dirty in exploring the world and making it a better place."
David Wilkinson on giving thanks for his father and other engineers: www.eclasproject.org/giving-thank...
David Wilkinson on giving thanks for his father and other engineers: www.eclasproject.org/giving-thank...
This week's Advent story is on censuses, from the one that brought Mary and Joseph to Bethlehem, to the parish churches that hold records of generations past.
Now, parish records are being put to surprising use in medical science.
eclas.shorthandstories.com/advent/count...
Now, parish records are being put to surprising use in medical science.
eclas.shorthandstories.com/advent/count...
Counting for Christmas … and beyond
The census that summoned Mary and Joseph to Bethlehem echoes centuries’ worth of data-gathering activity by parish churches – data that is now being put to new and surprising use in medical science.
eclas.shorthandstories.com
December 12, 2025 at 9:19 AM
This week's Advent story is on censuses, from the one that brought Mary and Joseph to Bethlehem, to the parish churches that hold records of generations past.
Now, parish records are being put to surprising use in medical science.
eclas.shorthandstories.com/advent/count...
Now, parish records are being put to surprising use in medical science.
eclas.shorthandstories.com/advent/count...
The Galileo spacecraft arrived in Jupiter's orbit 30 years ago this week, giving us a better understanding of the planet and its moons.
In this blog, David Wilkinson reflects on the spacecraft's namesake, and the nature of authority in science: www.eclasproject.org/thirty-years...
In this blog, David Wilkinson reflects on the spacecraft's namesake, and the nature of authority in science: www.eclasproject.org/thirty-years...
Thirty years of the Galileo spacecraft – ECLAS
The Galileo spacecraft arrived at Jupiter 30 years ago this week.
www.eclasproject.org
December 10, 2025 at 11:34 AM
The Galileo spacecraft arrived in Jupiter's orbit 30 years ago this week, giving us a better understanding of the planet and its moons.
In this blog, David Wilkinson reflects on the spacecraft's namesake, and the nature of authority in science: www.eclasproject.org/thirty-years...
In this blog, David Wilkinson reflects on the spacecraft's namesake, and the nature of authority in science: www.eclasproject.org/thirty-years...
St Paul's Cathedral are sharing our Advent New Narratives this December, starting with 'Steering by Starlight.'
It explores how, throughout history, seeking knowledge from the stars has shaped our understanding of the universe and our place in it.
eclas.shorthandstories.com/advent/steer...
It explores how, throughout history, seeking knowledge from the stars has shaped our understanding of the universe and our place in it.
eclas.shorthandstories.com/advent/steer...
Steering by Starlight
Around the world, star stories help people to make meaning out of their place in the world. Knowing more about these stories deepens our appreciation for the Star of Bethlehem.
eclas.shorthandstories.com
December 5, 2025 at 9:23 AM
St Paul's Cathedral are sharing our Advent New Narratives this December, starting with 'Steering by Starlight.'
It explores how, throughout history, seeking knowledge from the stars has shaped our understanding of the universe and our place in it.
eclas.shorthandstories.com/advent/steer...
It explores how, throughout history, seeking knowledge from the stars has shaped our understanding of the universe and our place in it.
eclas.shorthandstories.com/advent/steer...
"We are called to continue to be a Christ-like Church in this season for the sake of God’s world: contemplative, compassionate and courageous, as we engage with the sciences as with every part of life."
Powerful post from Bishop Steven Croft.
bishopstevencroft.substack.com/p/modern-sci...
Powerful post from Bishop Steven Croft.
bishopstevencroft.substack.com/p/modern-sci...
Modern science and ancient faith
From the M4 corridor to the Milky Way: how today’s science is reshaping belief, curiosity, and calling.
bishopstevencroft.substack.com
December 2, 2025 at 2:39 PM
"We are called to continue to be a Christ-like Church in this season for the sake of God’s world: contemplative, compassionate and courageous, as we engage with the sciences as with every part of life."
Powerful post from Bishop Steven Croft.
bishopstevencroft.substack.com/p/modern-sci...
Powerful post from Bishop Steven Croft.
bishopstevencroft.substack.com/p/modern-sci...
Thank you to all who attended our Senior Leader Conference over the last two days - we had attendees from 12 countries coming together to learn and reflect on science, creation, and new creation. Recorded talks will be on our website soon!
November 27, 2025 at 11:39 AM
Thank you to all who attended our Senior Leader Conference over the last two days - we had attendees from 12 countries coming together to learn and reflect on science, creation, and new creation. Recorded talks will be on our website soon!
Reminder - tomorrow is the FINAL day to apply for a Scientists in Congregations grant.
If you've been working on an idea, get your email in ASAP!
If you've been working on an idea, get your email in ASAP!
November 20, 2025 at 1:59 PM
Reminder - tomorrow is the FINAL day to apply for a Scientists in Congregations grant.
If you've been working on an idea, get your email in ASAP!
If you've been working on an idea, get your email in ASAP!
There is ONE WEEK remaining to apply for a Scientists in Congregations award. This is the last time these grants will be available!
We’re looking for short letters of interest with a brief outline of your idea, by 21 Nov.
And here’s a reminder of some of the previous projects we’ve funded…
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We’re looking for short letters of interest with a brief outline of your idea, by 21 Nov.
And here’s a reminder of some of the previous projects we’ve funded…
🧵
November 14, 2025 at 10:29 AM
There is ONE WEEK remaining to apply for a Scientists in Congregations award. This is the last time these grants will be available!
We’re looking for short letters of interest with a brief outline of your idea, by 21 Nov.
And here’s a reminder of some of the previous projects we’ve funded…
🧵
We’re looking for short letters of interest with a brief outline of your idea, by 21 Nov.
And here’s a reminder of some of the previous projects we’ve funded…
🧵
Our online seminar next week features Susan Wanja, Dean of Health Sciences at St Paul's University, Kenya - home of ECLAS Africa.
Susan will be talking how churches can play a role in improving health outcomes.
Register here: tinyurl.com/eclas-seminars
Susan will be talking how churches can play a role in improving health outcomes.
Register here: tinyurl.com/eclas-seminars
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November 13, 2025 at 1:48 PM
Our online seminar next week features Susan Wanja, Dean of Health Sciences at St Paul's University, Kenya - home of ECLAS Africa.
Susan will be talking how churches can play a role in improving health outcomes.
Register here: tinyurl.com/eclas-seminars
Susan will be talking how churches can play a role in improving health outcomes.
Register here: tinyurl.com/eclas-seminars