The Great Story of Evolution gives "a message of realistic hope and inspiration, grounded in reason, inspired by faith." ~ Rev. Michael Dowd
"The order of the universe is towards compassion."
~ Rev. Dr. Pete Terpenning
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Welcome! Evolution is a window into the nature and grandeur of God. An integrated understanding of both evolution and spirituality creates a solid and inspiring foundation for hope and purpose in our lives.
What is Evolution of God? To explain the Evolution of God, the words "God" and "Evolution" must be clarified. Briefly, "God" is a sacred name for Ultimate Reality, that is, everything knowable and unknowable in the universe and beyond. "Evolution" means change with new properties emerging over time. (The time for our universe began around 13.7 billion years ago. Earth emerged 4.5 billion years ago, and life emerged a billion years later. Humans, like all life, descended via natural selection from a predecessor.) So, the Evolution of God means that Ultimate Reality changes over time. (more)
Concept of God: After sex, God is the most googled term on the Internet. Yet few words convey so many conflicting meanings. Who, or what is God? We can sharpen the debate about the existence of God by defining what is meant by God. Instead of asking "Do you believe in God," a more enlightening answer comes from asking "What is your concept of God?" The existence of God is not as much a matter of belief, as of concept. (more)
Why Evolution of God Matters
How we view the world determines how we live in it. Empowered by the truth of evolution, we can enjoy the benefits of faith. In addition to providing a foundation for what I call "Amazing Grace," the integration of science and faith through evolution has the potential to do much good. This integration can lead to the reconciliation of religions and can aid in our survival. It can give us the insight to eliminate depression on the personal scale and sustain our Earth's biosystems on the global scale. (more)
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