Your Matter Matters

The episode titled "Epiphanies, Lingering Questions, and a Hymn" serves as a culminating reflection for Season 1 of "Your Matter Matters." In this concluding installment, hosts Pastor Will Rose and Pastor Thomas Johnston engage in a contemplative dialogue, revisiting the profound insights gleaned throughout the season while also addressing the lingering inquiries that remain. A significant highlig...

The science of health care serves as the focal point of our discourse today, wherein we engage in a profound dialogue with Dr. Emily Smith, an esteemed epidemiologist and assistant professor at Duke University. Dr. Smith's recent publication, "The Science of the Good Samaritan: Thinking Deeper About Loving Our Neighbor," provides a compelling framework through which we can examine the intersection...

The discourse presented in this episode meticulously scrutinizes the age-old conundrum of pain and suffering, particularly as elucidated in the Book of Job. With Professor Kathryn M. Schifferdecker as our esteemed guest, we delve into how the intricate interplay between faith and science can facilitate a more profound understanding of this existential dilemma. Our dialogue seeks to illuminate the...

The intersection of artificial intelligence technology, ethics, and faith constitutes the central theme of our discourse in this episode. We are privileged to engage with Professor Anne Foerst, an esteemed scholar from St. Bonaventure University, who brings to light the profound implications of AI on our understanding of humanity and ethical frameworks. Throughout our conversation, we delve into t...

The discourse presented in this episode of Your Matter Matters revolves around a profound exploration of the intersection between astrophysics, cosmology, and faith, as our hosts Will Rose and Thomas Johnston engage the Reverend Dr. Ted Peters. Central to our conversation is the acknowledgement that the universe, vast and intricate, provides fertile ground for contemplation regarding humanity's pl...

The dialogue presented in this episode centers on the intricate relationship between Christian theology and biological evolution, as articulated by Pastor Will Rose and Pastor Thomas Johnston in their conversation with Jim Stump, the Vice President of Programs at BioLogos. The salient point is the assertion that the scientific understanding of evolution does not inherently conflict with theologica...

The inaugural episode of "Your Matter Matters" commences a profound exploration into the important relationship between faith and science. Our hosts, Pastor Will Rose and Pastor Thomas Johnston, alongside fellow members of the steering committee from the Lutheran Alliance for Faith, Science, and Technology, engage in a compelling discourse regarding their motivations for initiating this podcast in...

The podcast, You Matter Matters, endeavors to explore the intricate and nuanced relationship between faith and science, emphasizing the importance of dialogue rather than choosing between the two. Throughout this inaugural season, we shall engage with a diverse array of experts, including scientists, theologians, and fellow clergy, who will address pivotal questions concerning topics such as evolu...