Ruth Bancewicz

“What do congregations have to teach scientists?” This was the question that James K. A. Smith, Professor of Philosophy at Calvin College, asked at a Scientists in Congregations, Scotland, conference in St Andrews some time ago. The theme of the conference was ‘Christ and Creation’, and the aim was to draw the conversation on science…

When the seriousness of the current pandemic began to hit us all, I realised very quickly that one of the best ways I could contribute would be to pray. I wanted to try to take my own praying habits up a notch and spend some extra time each day praying about the events happening in…

What qualities does it take to be a great scientist? You might think of intellect, great experimental technique, original thinking, and endless hard work. Humility may not be the first thing that springs to mind. Nevertheless, humility is a very helpful virtue in science, and I think it has played an important role part in…

I used to ask this question as a student. It took me a while to get to know the University staff who were Christians. I was aware of pressing ethical issues and controversial questions about science and the Bible; I knew science was a demanding career that might compete with church commitments; I knew some…