WHO:
Azusa Pacific University's Center for Research in Science (CRIS) hosts Kathy McReynolds, director of the Policy Center for the Christian Institute on Disability, which is part of the Joni and Friends International Disability Center.
WHAT:
Lecture: "Dignity and The Narrow Way: Christ's Exclusive Claims in the Sermon on the Mount"
WHEN:
Wed., Oct. 14, 6:30 p.m.
WHERE:
Perry Lecture Hall, Segerstrom Science Center, West Campus
701 E. Foothill Blvd., Azusa
WHY:
CRIS invites lecturers to discuss current issues of science and theology in order to educate students and the community on the evidence for God's handiwork in the universe and to equip Christians to defend their faith through science. For a complete schedule of upcoming guests and lectures, visit www.apu.edu/research-science/.
FACTS:
McReynolds specialized in ethical issues in genetic enhancement research during studies for her Ph.D. in Ethics at USC, and has served the Southern California region as an active member of the ethics committees at Children's Hospital of Orange County, at UCI Medical Center, and at Tarzana Hospital.
In addition, she has served as a professor at Biola University in the Bible, English, Apologetics, BOLD, and Science & Religion Departments since 2000. She holds a Ph.D. in Religion and Ethics from USC, an M.A. in Systematic Theology from Talbot School of Theology, and a B.A. in Christian Education from Biola University. McReynolds is the author of several books and articles, including Women as Christ's Disciples, Enhancing our Happiness? Aristotle Versus Bacon on the Nature of True Happiness, and The Pilgrim Psalms: A Sacred Journey to Revitalize Your Life.
For more information, contact the CRIS office at (626) 815-6480 or [email protected].
Azusa Pacific University is a comprehensive, evangelical, Christian university located 26 miles northeast of Los Angeles. A leader in the Council for Christian Colleges & Universities, APU is committed to God First and excellence in higher education. Offering more than 60 areas of undergraduate study, 26 master's degree programs, and 7 doctorates to a total student population of more than 8,500 on campus, online, and at seven regional centers across Southern California, APU has been recognized as one of U.S. News’ Best Colleges for six years running and by Princeton Review as one of the Best in the West. APU graduates are known for professional excellence, the highest ethical standards, and their desire to make a difference in the world.