Bishop Barron’s Sunday Sermons - Catholic Preaching and Homilies Science Points to God
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Dec 30, 2024 The story of the three wise men highlights the intersection of faith and science. It explores how many young people feel disconnected from religion due to perceived conflicts with scientific understanding. The discussion emphasizes that the quest for knowledge can lead to deeper truths about the universe. The podcast also reflects on mathematics' vital role in science and its connection to faith, urging listeners to see the harmony between scientific exploration and spiritual belief.
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Disaffiliation and the Science vs. Religion Narrative
- Many young people are disaffiliating from Christian churches because they perceive a conflict between religion and science.
- This perception is fueled by the idea that science is superior, making religion seem like superstition.
Science Presupposes Intelligibility
- Scientific inquiry assumes an underlying intelligibility and rationality in the universe.
- Without this inherent order, scientific study would be impossible.
Intelligibility Implies an Intelligent Designer
- The universe's intelligibility suggests a higher intelligence behind its design.
- This intelligence is the source of the patterns and logic we observe.