Covalence for September 2023

Should AI reflect or repulse us?
The topics covered in this month’s issue – neurotheology, AI and how each shapes our faith – will continue to be of interest to scholars in the years to come.

AI and humanity
Thomas Johnston, a seminary student at Capital University’s Trinity Lutheran Seminary, examines what AI has to say about humanity, the Imago Dei and our future.

Artificial intelligence: Our new golden calf?
As AI continues to serve as the center point of conversation, shouldn’t we look to AI to understand more about ourselves, especially as the study of humans becomes more focused?

Methodist group to host neurotheology discussion
Randolph-Macon College is co-hosting a faith-and-science symposium titled “God on the Brain: The Nexus of Religious Faith and Mental Well-Being” on Sept. 23.

Creationism historian remembered for impact on teaching of evolution debate
Ronald Numbers, known in religion and science circles for his award-winning book, “The Creationists,” passed away in July.

Pope Francis adding to environmental encyclical Laudato Si’
Pope Francis reportedly told a group of European lawyers that he was working on updating the Laudato Si encyclical that was published in 2015.