Faith, Science, and Storytelling: A Conversation with Darrell Hall
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In this episode of Catholic Education Matters, Troy Van Vliet interviews Darrell Hall (Troy’s former teacher) who reflects on his 46-year career at St. Thomas More Collegiate as a teacher, principal, and current Director of Admissions. They discuss the challenges of school admissions, the importance of engaging students with passion and storytelling, and the evolution of Catholic education. Darrell also shares insights into his new book, How Science Has Discovered God, which presents a reasoned Christian apologetic rooted in science, history, and philosophy. He explains how the fine-tuning of the universe, the historicity of the resurrection, and the presence of suffering all point toward a loving, intelligent Creator. This inspiring conversation blends faith, education, and evidence-based belief in God.
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- (00:00) - Intro
- (01:27) - Darrell's Current Role at STM
- (04:15) - Darrell's Teaching History at STM
- (06:03) - Engaging Students with Passion and Faith
- (09:06) - From Teacher to Author: How Science Has Discovered God
- (18:35) - Suffering, Natural Disasters, and the Fine-Tuned Universe
- (25:06) - The Fine-Tuning of the Universe: A Challenge to Atheism
- (32:33) - Free Will and the Existence of Evil
- (47:14) - Why Biblical Scholarship and Context Matter
- (52:12) - Can This Book Bridge the Gap for Atheists and Doubters?
- (55:18) - Introduction to AI: A New Frontier in Technology
- (58:21) - Ethical Concerns and Humanity’s Future with AI
- (01:03:19) - Impactful Teaching: Inspiring Students and Changing Lives
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