WHO:
Azusa Pacific University's Center for Research in Science (CRIS) hosts Miguel Endara, author and philosopher who also teaches at APU and Pierce College.
WHAT:
Lecture: "Christian Ethics and Sexual Anthropology"
In this lecture, Endara proposes that Matthew 15:18-20 (and other biblical passages) seems to prohibit sex outside of marriage, and he presents a moral argument against extra-marital sex, grounded on reason and on features of our common humanity.
WHEN:
Wed., Nov. 18, 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:
Endrara is a scholar in philosophy, theology, contemporary problems in bioethics, and social and political philosophy. He has taught in several Southern California universities, as well as in Quito, Ecuador, and presented papers at national and international conferences.
Endara earned the Ph.D. in Philosophy from St. Louis University; a Master's in Theology at Fuller Theological Seminary, and a Master's in Christian Apologetics from Trinity International University. He is co-author of Una introduccion a la Bioetica, to be released in late 2009, in Quito, Ecuador.
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.