God and the Pandemic, Reflecting on Faith Questions in 2021
13th April 2021
How does a scientist and a theologian engage with some of the big questions raised by the pandemic? What have we been learning about what it means to be ‘led by the science’ and the vulnerability of humans to the natural world? Where is God in all of this?
The pandemic has focused questions in the relationship of science and theology which are both helpful and challenging.
In this year’s annual Michael Perham University and Cathedral Lecture, taking place on Monday 17 May, Revd Professor David Wilkinson will consider these questions from a place of reflection. With PhDs in both astrophysics and systematic theology, Revd Professor Wilkinson comes at this complicated and thought-provoking topic as both a scientist and theologian, offering stimulating commentary as well as steers for personal contemplation. The lecture, which will be delivered online on Monday 17 May, will be introduced by the Rt Rev Rachel Treweek, Bishop of Gloucester, and followed by a short Q&A session. Tickets are free but audience members must book ahead on Eventbrite, and you can read more on the university website.