

Kombucha, Meditation, Tarot, and Stink Bombs
9 snips Nov 12, 2019
Dr. Sarah Lane Ritchie, a lecturer in Theology and Science at the University of Edinburgh, dives into the quirky world of kombucha brewing, sharing humorous mishaps and the beverage's health benefits. She explores the intersection of science and religion through academic programs, promoting open-minded inquiry. Discussing spiritual practices, she emphasizes communal rituals and vulnerability for deeper connections. The conversation also touches on nostalgia with youth group pranks and the transformative journeys of ex-vangelicals navigating new identities.
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Dynamic Science-Engaged Theology
- Science-engaged theology adapts its methods to the question at hand, not a fixed framework.
- It combines theology, science, and philosophy to tackle specific, well-defined puzzles or questions.
Creative Puzzle Approach
- Science-engaged theology emphasizes creativity and playfulness in constructing theological responses.
- It treats questions as puzzles, exploring various approaches rather than seeking final answers.
Shift from Authority to Questions
- Previous religion and science dialogues focused too much on authority and boundary questions.
- Now, interdisciplinary collaboration focuses on specific questions without prescribing overarching answers.