- The post reflects a theological stance prevalent among some Christians, aligning with a 2023 Pew Research study showing 58% of U.S. evangelicals believe the Holy Spirit provides unique guidance, contrasting with AI's data-driven nature, as ChatGPT relies on patterns from human text rather than divine inspiration. - This sentiment echoes concerns in a 2025 ISCAST Journal article, which argues generative AI lacks the emotional and spiritual depth needed for roles like spiritual companionship, highlighting a growing debate as AI adoption surges—OpenAI reported 180 million weekly active users by mid-2025. - The timing, posted just hours before your query on September 1, 2025, coincides with increased AI ethics discussions, such as Washington state's AI task force report due this month, suggesting a cultural pushback against tech encroaching on spiritual domains.

The full volume of CPOSAT Vol. 3 is now available for download via: bit.ly/CPOSATvol3 CPOSAT is unique in the Australian landscape and one of the few journals globally that discusses the intersection of science, technology, faith, ethics, and spirituality. #CPOSAT #ISCAST

"As Patron of ISCAST, I want to encourage you to give generously to promote the message that modern science is not at war with Christian faith." Watch the full message from Prof. Graeme Clark, inventor of the Bionic Ear: youtube.com/watch?v=FQaM-fm-…

ISCAST Fellow Spotlight 🔍 Dr. Peggy Kern has: ➡️ published 4 books & 100 peer-reviewed articles/chapters ➡️ co-developed 3 psychological wellbeing questionnaires ➡️ 150 academic presentations and counting ⁠ Learn more about Peggy on our website 🔗 iscast.org/people/kern-peggy…

In the age-old dialogue between theology and science, is there anything new to add? That is precisely the goal of “New Directions in Theology and Science” edited by ISCAST fellows Peter Harrison (@uqpharri) and Paul Tyson. Here's the new book review ➡️ bit.ly/3UBXHWL

Dar hebben ze nog 1.5 miljoen witte tenten leeg staan, volledig gekoeld door airco. Worden 1 x oer jaar gebruikt voor de Hadj, maar daar iscast tegen die tijd wel een oplossing voor te bedenken...

ISCAST fellow @lukebarnesastro will be answering your alien questions in a talk on Monday 20th November. Don't miss out!

IES researcher Associate Professor Megan Best will be speaking tonight on "The Dilemma of Prenatal Screening" as part of the ISCAST—Christianity & Science in Conversation 2023 Series. Good luck Megan!

ISCAST and NZCIS are delighted to be bringing back another Conversations series which will consist of 10 weekly online sessions, surrounding Christian ethics in our increasingly techno-scientific world. vox.divinity.edu.au/event/is… via @unidivinity

Is consciousness something only humans possess, or is it shared with all of God's creation? Watch Joanna Leidenhag's full ISCAST–NZCIS Conversation ➡️ youtu.be/Fnt_SiNbBdA?si=pVqu…

“After Science and Religion” edited by ISCAST Fellow @uqpharri and @johnmilbank3 aims to take a fresh look at science and religion, with contributions from 13 leading historians, theologians, scientists, and philosophers. Read the new review in CPOSAT ➡️ bit.ly/43uPxBl

You are invited to the second seminar this year in the SCD Theology Research Network-ISCAST series "Religiously Human in a Techno-Scientific World: Theological, Missional, and Pastoral Perspectives." vox.divinity.edu.au/event/ro… via @unidivinity

Christianity & Science in Conversation just launched the first volume of the revived ISCAST academic journal, Christian Perspectives on Science and Technology (CPOSAT). vox.divinity.edu.au/news/the… via @unidivinity

Can technology enhance the imago Dei? Join us on May 26 for our next ISCAST–TRN Seminar with Ted Peters, and a response from Marius Dorobantu. Register now for free or learn more ➡️ iscast.org/religiously-human

How can churches and faith-based communities can respond more effectively to the challenges of environmental degradation and climate change? Attend this workshop featuring ISCAST fellow and #FMNR pioneer @rinaudo_tony!

Last week, Chris Mulherin brought us on a fascinating and interactive journey through thought experiments in consciousness—complete with bat brains, zombies, and ChatGPT!🦇 Watch the full ISCAST–NZCIS Conversation here: youtu.be/i2zB1LgGUNw

ISCAST is pleased to invite you to the online launch event of the very first volume of our academic journal, Christian Perspectives on Science and Technology (CPOSAT). vox.divinity.edu.au/event/jo… via @unidivinity

Help get ISCAST Fellow @Rinaudo_Tony on the national stage at @SXSWSydney 2023 to speak on “Helping nature fight back for people and planet.” Vote for his talk here ➡️ bit.ly/sxswtony—it'll take 2 seconds! Let’s get #FMNR into the public space!

On behalf of the ISCAST community, we offer our condolences to the family of #TomMcLeish, a friend and distinguished fellow of ISCAST. Read the tribute from Alan Gijsbers, past president of ISCAST: bit.ly/3kJYo0Y

The ISCAST community is sad to have lost a friend and Distinguished Fellow of ISCAST, Tom McLeish. Tom was an inspiration and it was a joy to have him visit Australia. We send our condolences to his family and hold them up in our prayers.