Science and Religion

“The heavens declare the glory of God; the skies proclaim the work of His hands.” — Psalm 19:1 Introduction: The Eloquent Silence of Nature In an age where materialism and scientism seek to reduce reality to mere particles and physical forces, all of Creation stands as irrefutable testimony to the existence of …

A theological and pastoral guide to reconciling science and faith in the modern world Introduction: Science vs. Faith? “Do you still believe in God? But we already know we came from monkeys…”Phrases like this echo in classrooms, the media, and everyday conversations. Modern narratives often pit science against faith as …

“The just shall live by faith” (Romans 1:17). With these words, St. Paul reminds us that faith is not a leap into darkness but a path illuminated by reason—a divine gift that allows us to seek, understand, and love God with our whole being. But what is the relationship between faith …

IntroductionThe figure of Galileo Galilei (1564–1642) has been etched into the collective imagination as the archetype of the scientist persecuted by the Church. However, what is truth and what is myth in this story? This article seeks to shed rigorous yet tender light on the essential episodes of Galileo’s life, …

Introduction: A Mystery That Repeats Every Year Why do we celebrate Easter on a different date each year? Why does it sometimes fall in March and other times in April? Why doesn’t it always match the Orthodox Easter? These are questions many Catholics ask without realizing that behind these variations …

For centuries, Gregorian chant has been considered a spiritual treasure of the Church. Its austere beauty, solemn cadence, and deep sense of the sacred have accompanied Catholic liturgy and monastic life. But beyond its religious significance, modern science has discovered that Gregorian chant has a measurable impact on the mind …

The story of Christ’s Passion is filled with visible signs that have endured through the centuries, reaching us today as silent witnesses of His redemptive sacrifice. One of these objects is the Sudarium of Oviedo, a lesser-known relic compared to the Shroud of Turin, yet equally fascinating. It is a …

In a world where faith and science are often portrayed as irreconcilable opposites, the Catholic Church has spent decades demonstrating that not only can they coexist, but they can also enrich one another. One of the most fascinating examples of this dialogue is the Pontifical Academy of Sciences (Pontificia Academia Scientiarum), a …

In a world increasingly marked by scientific discoveries and profound questions, the relationship between faith and the universe remains a fascinating topic. One recurring question at the intersection of science and religion is: What does the Catholic Church say about aliens? Is it possible that the Bible mentions beings from …

The Shroud of Turin, also known as the Holy Shroud, is one of the most enigmatic and revered objects in the history of Christianity. This ancient cloth, measuring 4.4 meters in length and 1.1 meters in width, is believed by millions of Christians to be the burial cloth that wrapped …

For centuries, science and miracles have been subjects of intense debate and fascination. On one hand, science, with its empirical methods and constant search for answers through observation and experimentation, has unraveled many of the universe’s mysteries. On the other hand, miracles—those events that seem to defy the laws of …

The history of science and religion is often portrayed as a constant conflict, but the reality is much more nuanced. In fact, some of the most important scientific breakthroughs in history have been made by deeply religious men and women, many of them Catholics. The cases of Gregor Mendel, the …