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March 10, 2015

Creation and the Bible Course Begins March 23 Dear Anthony, Join Reasons Institute's next exciting online course, Creation and the Bible, for a closer look at Genesis 1. Spaces are filling up quickly, so make sure to enroll today! This 8-week course explores topics such as: Christian views of Genesis 1 Radiometric dating techniques Global flood theory Death before the Fall The course begins Monday, March 23. Visit the course registration page for enrollment information. Space is limited. Audit this course for personal development or earn credit toward a Reasons Institute certificate in science apologetics. Learn more about registration and tuition options here. Tuition $175 for certificate students + materials $125 for audit students + materials If you are new to Reasons Institute, we invite you to watch a short video to introduce you to our online learning program. You are also invited to view our FAQ page, which addresses common questions about taking an online course. Here's to a happy Spring! Krista Bontrager Dean of Online Instruction Reasons to Believe Questions? Contact us at (855) REASONS or via email at learning@reasons.org.

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Inspiring the Next Generation of Scientists By Krista Bontrager Support RTB today! Modern science was birthed out of a Christian worldview. Many of the early pioneers of science—such as Galileo and Copernicus—were either Christians or working within the realm of Christian presuppositions. Unfortunately, the current cultural climate between science and Christianity isn't as friendly. In fact, some adults actively discourage bright young Christians who show promise in the fields of math and science away from pursuing a career as a scientist, engineer, or medical researcher. Parents are concerned about whether their child's education will compromise that child's faith. According to researcher David Kinnaman of Barna Group, only 1 percent of young adult pastors ever address science in their teaching—even though more than 50 percent of the 18- to 29-year-olds in the church aspire to careers in science and technology. And students often struggle to carve a career path that will result in them achieving their dream to become a scientist. This is why Reasons to Believe is inaugurating a brand new summer youth program called The Lab. Our vision is to actively influence tomorrow's influencers by encouraging Christian students to once again consider a career in science as a noble profession. Over the course of the next five years, we want to find 150 to 200 of the brightest young Christian minds and help them lay the groundwork for their calling. The Lab, an elite 3-day summer experience for ages 16–22, is designed to energize students who desire a career in science, math, engineering, or medical fields. We want to support students in their career paths by helping them draw connections to their faith and discussing emerging arenas of research and how they can be a part of them from a distinctly Christian point of view. Parallel sessions for parents will be available to equip them to support their student's educational journey. The Lab will run July 9–11, 2015, at Reasons to Believe's headquarters in Covina, CA. If you know of young Christians in your community who are aspiring to become scientists, encourage them to apply and join us as we empower future physicists, astronomers, chemists, biologists, and medical researchers for the kingdom of God. Applications for The Lab are now being accepted. There are up to 30 spots available for 2015. Although applications will be accepted through June 21, priority will be given to early applicants. For more information and to apply, visit reasons.org/thelab. **** Krista Bontrager Krista Bontrager is the dean of online learning at Reasons to Believe. She is a teacher at heart and enjoys teaching the Bible to all ages. She has an MA in theology and another in Bible exposition from Talbot School of Theology. View the complete article here.

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Support RTB today! Reasons Institute Now Offering Courses for Personal Enrichment Have you ever wanted to take a Reasons Institute course but didn't have the time? Check out our new line of flexible on-demand classes. These courses provide the same quality content but with less time commitment. Just listen and learn—there are no written assignments or homework! Courses Offered Physics and Astronomy - New! Chemistry and Molecular Biology - New! Evolution and the Fossil Record Examining Humans & Hominids Physics and the Christian Worldview Questions? Contact us at (855) REASONS or via email at learning@reasons.org. Here's to a great spring! Krista Bontrager Dean of Online Instruction PS Are you a certified teacher or administrator through ACSI? These Reasons Institute courses also count toward Continuing Education Units (CEUs). If you would like more information about CEUs, we invite you to watch a short introductory video. Click on "Continuing Education Units (CEUs)."

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March meeting for the Sydney Chapter for Reasons to Believe

We had a great time kicking off our Navigating Genesis small group study. We have decided that we are going to try to meet every two months in order to cover the eight part group study. In light of that, we plan to set aside the first Friday evening of every second month as our meeting schedule for the group study.

In light of this, the next meeting details are:

Date: Friday, 6^th March

Time: 8:00pm

Subject: Navigating Genesis – session 2

For the location, you can contact us via the Sydney Chapter RTB email address:
 Sydney.Australia@reasons.org

Also, Alan’s book has recently been published. I’ve just stated reading it! Called The Genesis of Life by Alan Marshall its very accessible if you’re not particularly scientifically minded and I am every much enjoying it.

You can get it in Kindle and Paperback at Amazon (http://www.amazon.com/The-Genesis-Life-Alan-Marshall/dp/1628716185/ref=tmm_pap_title_0?ie=UTF8&qid=1422846836&sr=8-2), so check it out.

Merry Christmas to you from the Sydney Chapter for Reasons to Believe

Isaiah 9:6-7New International Version (NIV)

 

⁶ For to us a child is born,
    to us a son is given,
    and the government will be on his shoulders.
And he will be called
    Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God,
    Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace.
⁷ Of the greatness of his government and peace
    there will be no end.
He will reign on David’s throne
    and over his kingdom,
establishing and upholding it
    with justice and righteousness
    from that time on and forever.
The zeal of the Lord Almighty
    will accomplish this.

 

Matthew 2:1-2New International Version (NIV)

2 After Jesus was born in Bethlehem in Judea, during the time of King Herod, Magi from the east came to Jerusalem ² and asked, “Where is the one who has been born king of the Jews? We saw his star when it rose and have come to worship him.”

 

 

Merry Christmas and may God bless you!

 

 

The Sydney Chapter for Reasons to Believe

 

 

November meeting for the Sydney Chapter for Reasons to Believe

The November meeting for the Sydney Chapter will be on the 14th November.

Details are:

 

DATE: Friday, 14^th November

TIME: 8:00pm

To find out more, contact Sydney.Australia@reasons.org

Reasons Institute Now Offering Courses for Personal Enrichment

Reasons Institute Now Offering
Courses for Personal Enrichment

Have you ever wanted to take a Reasons Institute course, but didn’t have the time? Check out our new line of flexible on-demand classes. These courses have the same quality content, but with less time commitment. Just listen and learn; there are no written assignments or homework!

Topics include:

• Physics and Astronomy - New!
• Chemistry and Molecular Biology
• Evolution and the Fossil Record
• Examining Humans & Hominids
• Physics and the Christian Worldview

Questions? Contact us at (855) REASONS or via email at learning@reasons.org.

PS Are you a certified teacher or administrator through ACSI? These courses also count toward Continuing Education Units (CEU’s). If you would like more information about CEUs, we invite you to watch a short introductory video. Click on “Continuing Education Units (CEUs).”