From Galileo to Laudato Si': Why Science Needs Faith
A Public Lecture with Brother Guy Consolmagno SJ
Director, Vatican Observatory
Join us for an unforgettable evening with Br Guy Consolmagno SJ, the Director of the Vatican Observatory and one of the world’s leading voices at the intersection of science and faith. With warmth, wit, and deep insight, Br Guy will guide us through the cosmos, exploring how the wonder of science is enriched—not threatened—by belief in God.
This is a unique opportunity to hear directly from a Jesuit brother who is also a world-renowned astronomer, author, and advocate for dialogue between faith and reason.
🗓 Date: Tuesday 6 August
🕕 Time: 6:00 PM
📍 Venue: Lecture Theatre 1 Rutherford House, 33 Bunny Street, Pipitea, Wellington
Attend in person: Register via Eventbrite
Join online via Zoom: vuw.zoom.us/j/96761702866
🔭 About the Speaker:
Br Guy Consolmagno SJ is the Director of the Vatican Observatory, a planetary scientist, and a passionate communicator of the compatibility of faith and science. His work spans from meteorites to Mars, and he regularly speaks around the world on the theological significance of space exploration, environmental stewardship, and our role in the universe.
Who Should Come?
Whether you're a student, scientist, seeker, skeptic, or person of faith, this event is for anyone curious about the deep connections between what we see through a telescope and what we believe in our hearts.
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