11 June - 23 July 2026 | The old formula of evolution by natural selection is undergoing pressure. The idea that all change over many aeons occurred through random mutation followed by the survival of the fittest has been modified, expanded upon, and, in some ways, upended in recent decades. Convergence and constraints, evo devo, the ubiquity of altruism in the mammalian tree, cooperation as a driver of development, and epigenetics are among the emphases that subtly change our paradigm of evolution. In this six-part series, the ISCAST-NZCIS Conversations bring together international biologists and theologians to highlight newer understandings of evolution and their repercussions for theology.
Ask Me Anything: Morning Tea with Dr Nicola Hoggard Creegan
15 June 2026 | Do you work or study in science and find yourself wondering how that fits with faith? Come along for a relaxed and delicious morning tea and ask whatever's on your mind. All welcome to this free event!
ISSR 2026 Boyle Lecture: “God, the Brain, & the Nature of Truth”
20 May & 13 June 2026 | Are we living with only half our mind? What neuroscience can teach us about attention, truth, and God. Anyone with questions or thoughts about God, consciousness, the state of the
world, and the things we think are important is invited to a recorded lecture and discussion of Dr Iain McGilchrist’s work and his Boyle Lecture "God, The Brain and the Nature of Truth."
Christa McKirland on Science Engaged Theology & Leaving New Zealand
7-21 May 2026 | Conspiracy theories are everywhere, and Christians are not immune. In this three-part series, the ISCAST–NZCIS Conversations 2026 brings together scholars from across science, theology, and technology to explore why conspiracy theories spread, who believes them, and what resources Christian faith offers for navigating a world awash with misinformation.
Christian & Muslim Approaches to Creation & Climate Change
October 8th, 2025 | Join us for a live lecture exploring ritual events across cultures, examining how they foster social bonding, emotional regulation, and meaning-making, especially during times of stress and trauma.
The 2025 ISCAST–NZCIS Conversation Series introduces intergenerational dialogue. Each week, an experienced voice pairs with a younger scholar to explore the meeting point of science and Christian faith. Through personal and professional reflection, they’ll share shifting insights, before opening the floor for audience questions and lively, thought-provoking exchange.
