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ECLAS Project @eclasproject.bsky.social · 23h

Nine days until this event in south London - we have fantastic speakers lined up! Please spread the word...

ECLAS Project @eclasproject.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

🧪Supporting Scientists in Faith🙏 For people working in or studying STEM from Black and multi-ethnic Church communities. Join us for worship, fellowship, and supporting one another in our vocation as scientists. Free event, lunch provided! #Croydon luma.com/o09pq9zp

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ECLAS Project @eclasproject.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

What a rich, diverse, and stimulating few days we had at our Global Conference this week. Thank you to all who travelled to be there and generously shared their experiences and insights with us.

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ECLAS Project @eclasproject.bsky.social · 20/09/2026

We are three days in to our Global Conference, bringing theologians and researchers from around the world together in Durham. We've heard about theological education in Indonesia, Africa, India and Poland, & been challenged to think about how science is understood differently in different contexts.

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ECLAS Project @eclasproject.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

Join us on Monday 28 September for a webinar on faith, health, and how God is working through science. In partnership with Keep the Faith magazine. bit.ly/KTFECLASSep2...

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KTF Talk: Faith, Health and How God is Working Through Science

This talk will explore the relationship between faith and science, and how science is being used to find solutions for health issues

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ECLAS Project @eclasproject.bsky.social · 10/09/2026

This is one of our Science for Seminaries projects, and it plays a hugely important role in resourcing theological education institutions on environmental issues. Spaces are limited!

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ECLAS Project @eclasproject.bsky.social · 10/09/2026

Calling early-career scientists, theologians, and ministry students! The Elisha Project is a year-long initiative to integrate environmental science and ministry, for Christians with a passion for the natural world. It includes conferences and mentorship. Apply by 30 Sep: tcen.org.uk/applications/

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Applications - TCEN

Named for the prophet who took on the mantle of Elijah and went on to heal the polluted waters of his city, The Elisha Project is a yearlong, national

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ECLAS Project @eclasproject.bsky.social · 09/09/2026

This Season of Creation, we're sharing the story of Sister Dorothy Stang, who lived - and died - for the Amazon rainforest and its people. #ScienceFaithStories eclas.shorthandstories.com/creationtide...

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A Death in the Forest

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ECLAS Project @eclasproject.bsky.social · 04/09/2026

Churchyard rewilding, coral reef loss, the rights of rivers. Our six stories of science and faith for the Season of Creation celebrate the natural world, and ask what we owe it in return. eclas.shorthandstories.com/creationtide/

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Rewilding the Churchyard

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ECLAS Project @eclasproject.bsky.social · 02/09/2026

We've had an excellent two days at our Scientists in Congregations retreat, hearing about completed projects and planning for those about to start. Lots of exciting things happening all around the country! www.eclasproject.org/congregations/

A group of smiling people gathered on the steps of University College, Durham.

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ECLAS Project @eclasproject.bsky.social · 19/08/2026

A new centre at Durham University celebrates the life and work of Prof Tom McLeish, co-founder of ECLAS. The centre is inviting applications for Fellowships from academics in the natural or medical sciences with an interest in theology/ philosophy/ interdisciplinarity. durhamcollections.org.uk

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Durham Collections Fellowships

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ECLAS Project @eclasproject.bsky.social · 31/07/2026

A Science for Seminaries project we're supporting at Queens Foundation in Birmingham is doing important work to help churches become more inclusive of neurodivergence. Thank you Sight Magazine for the write-up. sightmagazine.com.au/news/uk-rese...

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UK research looks to help churches can become more inclusive environments for the neurodivergent - Sight Magazine

Awareness of neurodiversity and the way in which cognitive brain function can differ can affect how people engage with religion and church.

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ECLAS Project @eclasproject.bsky.social · 16/07/2026

This is a timely guide from the AI Christian Partnership. It distils some of the weightier explorations of AI, theology and ethics into a user-friendly set of guidelines about how AI impacts church ministry. aichristian.org/guidelines/

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AI Guidelines for Christian Ministry - The AI Christian Partnership

Download our Guidelines now Our Guidelines are free and require no registration However, since AI is rapidly changing, we would like to let you know when updated or new resources appear. If you fill o...

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ECLAS Project @eclasproject.bsky.social · 09/07/2026

Some of our team were at the ACC meeting in Belfast last weekend. Here, you can read Revd Dr Muthuraj's Swamy report on the first year of the partnership between ECLAS and the Anglican Communion Office: www.eclasproject.org/a-fruitful-p...

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A fruitful partnership between ECLAS and the Anglican Communion – ECLAS

Reflections on our work with the Anglican Communion Science Commission.

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Jan Rosenow @janrosenow.bsky.social · 08/07/2026

India just generated 50% of its electricity from clean sources. For 15 minutes. Sounds trivial? That's how every record starts: first minutes, then a day, then a month, then a whole year. Some states are already there: Karnataka crossed 60% clean power last year.

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ECLAS Project @eclasproject.bsky.social · 23/06/2026

"We are not called to be passive observers of technological transformation, but active participants in shaping it. Hope remains possible precisely because human beings are capable of choosing cooperation over domination and dialogue over violence." New blog: www.eclasproject.org/reading-magn...

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Reading ‘Magnifica Humanitas’: Reflections from a Catholic scientist – ECLAS

A Catholic scientist finds hope and dignity when reading Pope Leo XIV's encyclical, Magnifica Humanitas.

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ECLAS Project @eclasproject.bsky.social · 09/06/2026

We have a great seminar coming up next Thurs! Dr Kostas Tampakis will talk about the perils and joys of creating an alternative curriculum on science & religion. He will reflect on its potential for teaching the history of science and the natural sciences. 18/06, 9am: tinyurl.com/eclas-seminars

ECLAS Project @eclasproject.bsky.social · 05/06/2026

The House of Lords will be debating the human impact of AI today, proposed by the Archbishop of Canterbury. Along with Pope Leo XIV's encyclical 'Magnifica humanitas', this marks the second major intervention by a Christian faith leader on AI in the past fortnight.

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ECLAS Project @eclasproject.bsky.social · 22/05/2026

Last week we heard from three fascinating speakers on ocean plastics and theology. The clear message was that there is no silver bullet solution to this problem - but there are things Christians CAN do to help. Watch the films here: eclasproject.org/conference/o...

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Ocean Plastics and Public Theology – ECLAS

How can church leaders help tackle ocean plastics?

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ECLAS Project @eclasproject.bsky.social · 02/06/2026

Just a few days until David Wilkinson will be speaking at Cheltenham Science Festival - speaking at a panel session 'Why We Believe.' Tickets are on sale now.

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The Queen's Foundation @queensfoundation.bsky.social · 29/05/2026

We are delighted to share that Queen's was awarded a @eclasproject.bsky.social grant for an innovative project: 'Neurodivergence, Psychology, and Intersectionality for Ministry', led by tutor Revd Dr Allison Fenton. www.queens.ac.uk/about-us/articles/queens-eclas-grant-neurodivergence-ministry/

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Queen’s Awarded ECLAS Grant: Neurodivergence, Psychology, and Intersectionality for Ministry - The Queen's Foundation

The Queen's Foundation has been awarded a Science for Seminaries grant from ECLAS to support an innovative project, Neurodivergence, Psychology, and Intersectionality for Ministry. Led by tutor Revd D...

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ECLAS Project @eclasproject.bsky.social · 22/05/2026

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Ocean Plastics and Public Theology – ECLAS

How can church leaders help tackle ocean plastics?

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ECLAS Project @eclasproject.bsky.social · 20/05/2026

Thank you to Keep the Faith magazine, the Church Times, TWR, and more for highlighting our Scientists in Congregations and Science for Seminaries awardees - we're excited to see these projects develop! www.churchtimes.co.uk/articles/202...

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Grants give boost to science-faith projects

Fifteen churches and Christian organisations have been awarded nearly £300,000

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ECLAS Project @eclasproject.bsky.social · 19/05/2026

Our co-director for global engagement, Revd Steve Muneza, has written for Keep the Faith magazine. He shares his experience of growing up in Burundi and how this has shaped his view of science and Christian faith 📖 issuu.com/keepthefaith...

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Keep The Faith Issue 143

Keep The Faith is Britain's leading magazine about the Black Christian community.

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Regent's Park College @regentsox.bsky.social · 18/05/2026

Congratulations to Dr Tim Middleton, Tutorial Fellow in Theology at Regent’s, who is part of the team behind The Elisha Project, a new national initiative supported by the @eclasproject.bsky.social programme at Durham University.

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Dr Tim Middleton and Colleagues Awarded Funding for The Elisha Project |

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University of Cumbria @cumbriauni.bsky.social · 15/05/2026

NEWS: An @eclasproject.bsky.social grant has been awarded to @carlislecathedral.bsky.social to fund a joint research project with #CumbriaUni. Land, Landscape and Faith will explore the relationship of science and religion in Cumbrian landscapes and farming. Read the full story at gloo.to/FGYQ

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Land, Landscape and Faith | University of Cumbria News

Carlisle Cathedral and the University of Cumbria awarded grant to explore the relationship of science and religion in Cumbrian landscapes and farming

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ECLAS Project @eclasproject.bsky.social · 14/05/2026

We're really excited to see how this one turns out!

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Lightbreak @light-break.bsky.social · 14/05/2026

We are so pleased to have been awarded a Scientists in Congregations grant! Led by members of King's Church Warrington, the grant will support the development of an escape room activity - more details to follow soon.

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ECLAS Project @eclasproject.bsky.social · 14/05/2026

We are privileged to support churches and theological colleges in the UK to explore science and faith with creativity and imagination. Introducing our Scientists in Congregations and Science for Seminaries awardees for 2026-27: www.eclasproject.org/eclas-fundin...

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ECLAS FUNDING TO SUPPORT SCIENCE ENGAGEMENT IN CHURCHES AND COLLEGES – ECLAS

We have awarded 15 grants to churches and three to theological colleges to boost engagement between science and faith.

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ECLAS Project @eclasproject.bsky.social · 12/05/2026

This event is happening this evening, 7-8pm!

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ECLAS Project @eclasproject.bsky.social · 12/05/2026

Our next online seminar is on 'Complexity at the Mesoscale' with Dr Miro Cafolla. Often we consider complexity in very small or very large systems, but Miro will focus on the intermediate scale - this should be a fascinating talk! Thurs 21 May 9-10am. Sign up here: tinyurl.com/eclas-seminars

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ECLAS Project @eclasproject.bsky.social · 05/05/2026

The dream team of Amanda Rees and Charlotte Sleigh are speaking on their new book, especially how ideas of conflict and collusion in science and religion have a real-world impact on how we think about space travel, AI, and pandemics. Grab your free ticket: www.tickettailor.com/events/chris...

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Free to attend – CiS Conversations - Science, Religion and the Human Future: Conflict, Collusion and Consequences – Zoom

CiS Conversations - Science, Religion and the Human Future: Conflict, Collusion and Consequences – Zoom, Tue 12 May 2026 -

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ECLAS Project @eclasproject.bsky.social · 21/04/2026

"In science and religion, titles imply a preferred way of imagining the relationship between the two central objects of interest. If fiction titles reveal genre expectations, scholarly titles may reveal how a field imagines itself." Blog from Thoko Kamwendo www.eclasproject.org/entitled-a-g...

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Entitled: A Grammar of Science and Religion – ECLAS

Equipping Christian Leadership in an age of Science

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ECLAS Project @eclasproject.bsky.social · 02/04/2026

ECLAS quarterly newsletter, hot off the press: mailchi.mp/durham.ac.uk...

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Artemis II and the case for space exploration

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ECLAS Project @eclasproject.bsky.social · 02/04/2026

Artemis II has successfully launched! In this blog post, astrophysicist and theologian David Wilkinson ponders some of the ethical questions surrounding this historic mission. www.eclasproject.org/artemis-ii-a... #space #artemis

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Artemis II, and the complex questions of space exploration – ECLAS

The launch of Artermis II is a significant moment in scientific endeavour.

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ECLAS Project @eclasproject.bsky.social · 01/04/2026

Great line-up too, with Alice Roberts and Jeff Forshaw among others!

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ECLAS Project @eclasproject.bsky.social · 01/04/2026

David Wilkinson is joining a fantastic panel at Cheltenham Science Festival this June! The session 'Why We Believe', will ask how faith, doubt, and belief shape the way we see ourselves and our place in the cosmos. Tickets on sale from 22 April: www.cheltenhamfestivals.org/events/why-w...

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ECLAS Project @eclasproject.bsky.social · 31/03/2026

Thought for the Day from David Wilkinson: Holy Week, and the Jagged Edges of the World. www.eclasproject.org/holy-week-an...

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Holy Week and the Jagged Edges of the World – ECLAS

Equipping Christian Leadership in an age of Science

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ECLAS Project @eclasproject.bsky.social · 19/03/2026

ECLAS researcher Dr Sarah Qidwai has been in Dunedin, New Zealand, pondering the city's intertwined histories of mission activity, indigenous knowledge, and geology. This is part two of her research travel diary: www.eclasproject.org/missionaries...

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Missionaries, Memory, and Natural History in Dunedin – ECLAS

A research trip to Dunedin reveals an overlap between mission, geology, and colonialism.

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ECLAS Project @eclasproject.bsky.social · 19/03/2026

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Missionaries, Memory, and Natural History in Dunedin – ECLAS

A research trip to Dunedin reveals an overlap between mission, geology, and colonialism.

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ECLAS Project @eclasproject.bsky.social · 05/03/2026

British Science Week starts tomorrow! This is the perfect opportunity for individuals and churches to pray for scientists, educators, and regulators, so that science serves us all. Take a look at these prayer resources developed by Faraday and Christians in Science: www.cis.org.uk/british-scie...

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ECLAS Project @eclasproject.bsky.social · 04/03/2026

Great St Mary's church in the centre of Cambridge is one recipient of our Scientists in Congregations awards scheme. This event, coming up later in March, is a great example of how they're facilitating conversations on sustainability between local scientists and the church community ⬇️

Details of an event on Sunday 22 March at 4pm at Great St Mary's. Choral Evensong followed at 5.15pm by a panel discussion on hope in the face of environmental crisis.

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Cranmer Hall @cranmerhall.bsky.social · 27/02/2026

WE'RE HIRING! Another new exciting role here at Cranmer Hall. If you are experienced in & passionate about the following, we'd love to hear from you: -Marketing and content creation -Event co-ordination -Developing and maintaining strategic relationships Apply: www.cranmerhall.com/resources/va...

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ECLAS Project @eclasproject.bsky.social · 20/02/2026

We have supported Knowle Parish Church in Solihull with funding for their Lent course on creation care. A fantastic line-up of speakers and topics!

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ECLAS Project @eclasproject.bsky.social · 19/02/2026

We're looking for UK-based church leaders to fill in a survey on science and faith that will compare global responses. If you are, or have been, in a church, seminary, or other leadership position (ordained or not) we would appreciate your views! app.onlinesurveys.jisc.ac.uk/s/durham/ecl...

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ECLAS International Clergy Survey 2025-26

Online surveys is a powerful, easy to use tool for creating online surveys. Run by Jisc, online surveys is used by over 300 different organisations in the UK...

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