A galaxy cluster bending the light of more distant galaxies into glowing arcs

Exploring Nature Through Modern Science

Learn the science.
Then sit with it, together.

Bible Study Science Study!

All that can be learned about how the universe exists can't be found in a single ancient book. Let's explore the evidence of modern science through curiosity and collaboration. It's a discussion-based gathering for curious minds, in person.

First session Sunday, September 13 12:00 – 1:30 PM Ethical Society of Mid Rivers 117 Triad Center West, O'Fallon, MO
Free. All are welcome. One short video. Then we talk. No degree required. Just curiosity.
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Science Study Group launch flyer. Exploring Nature Through Modern Science. A discussion-based gathering for curious minds. September 13, 12:00 to 1:30 PM at the Ethical Society of Mid Rivers, 117 Triad Center West, O'Fallon, Missouri. All are welcome.
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Our purpose

To foster curiosity, explore big questions, and serve a community of lifelong learners through science.

All are welcome

Whether you're a student, professional, or just curious, you belong here.

No prior reading. No prerequisites. No doctrine, and no requirement to arrive at any particular conclusion.

How it works

Ninety minutes, four moves.

A Science Study Group where we use curiosity and critical thinking to learn about the nature of reality.

  1. 01

    Opening reflection and the story behind the idea of this group.

  2. 02

    The group chooses Physics, Biology, or Ecology.Cosmos & Physics: space, time, matter, energy. Life & Biology: evolution, cells, DNA, consciousness. Earth & Ecology: climate, ecosystems, our place in nature.

  3. 03

    Then we watch a short 10–15 minute science video.

  4. 04

    Group discussion where we share our thoughts and ideas about what we have just watched.

Each topic includes

A brief introduction to a prominent scientist in the field and a short summary of the field and that scientist's research work.

In person

The next time we meet.

Sessions are scheduled date by date. See the full schedule →

In person · Free · All welcome

The first session

Opening reflection and the story behind the group. Then the room picks a direction, watches one short video, and talks it through.

Date
Sunday, September 13
Time
12:00 – 1:30 PM
Where
Ethical Society of Mid Rivers

Why join

Science, connected to everyday life.

  • Thoughtful discussionDisagreement is welcome. Winning isn't the point.
  • Evidence-based explorationWe look at the actual experiment and the actual image, with sources you can check.
  • Curiosity welcomedEvery question is a good question. Start anywhere.
  • Connected to your lifeIdeas you can carry out of the room and use.

Share your voice

Ask questions, share ideas, and help shape what we learn together. The topics get chosen in the room.

Come sit with us.

A wide, welcoming door into the wonder of the natural world. Learn one idea, then think it through in good company.

Sunday, September 13 · 12:00 – 1:30 PM · Ethical Society of Mid Rivers · 117 Triad Center West, O'Fallon, MO