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The Beginning of Science. The Science of Beginning.
Check the AzOSA events page for scheduled lectures, field studies, and seminars. Then sign up for our newsletter
The Beginning of Science. The Science of Beginning.
Check the AzOSA events page for scheduled lectures, field studies, and seminars. Then sign up for our newsletter
August 1, 2013
AzOSA is really rolling this month, with events in nearly every corner of the state.
In this Newsletter:
● Grand Canyon Bus Trip – Final Deadline Reminder!
● Great Events in: Phoenix – Tempe – Tucson – Payson – Sierra Vista!
● Santa Ana, CA: August 3 Event – Click Here for Info and Tell Friends!
● International Creationism Conference (Aug. 4-8) – Webinar Option!
● Bring Mike Riddle’s Advanced Course to Your Church – Super Opportunity!
● Gila Division Enjoys Successful Kick-Off!
● Small Group and Bible Study Materials and Ideas – Check the Bookstore!
► August 19 – 7 PM – Phoenix: The Decay Among Us. Sometimes bad news is good news … and Norm Crawford expands upon this paradox in a wide-ranging discussion about one universal physical truth: everything is decaying. Pessimism on parade? Not at all – Norm, who is a true space scientist, shows how defects and deterioration in the Universe and on Earth actually lead us to clearer understanding of our origins and destiny. Whether observed in the mechanical, geological, astrological, biological, social, political or spiritual spheres of human knowledge, the fact of decay relates directly to both the doctrine of sin and the Second Law of Thermodynamics. Norm unpacks these concepts for us “regular people” – don’t fail to get these essentials.
► August 20 – 7:00 PM – Tempe: The Decay Among Us. Norm Crawford reprises his powerful presentation (see Aug 19 above). Every theist (Christian and Jew) should get familiar with the scientific and logical connections between the universal fact of material decay and the Biblical doctrine of sin. This information does not typically appear in traditional Bible studies and Sunday sermons – don’t miss this rare opportunity.
Click for locations and more details at the Maricopa County Events Page.
► August 15 – 7:00 PM – Tucson: The Decay Among Us. Sometimes bad news is good news … and Norm Crawford launches his discussion of that paradox in a wide-ranging discussion about one universal physical truth: everything is decaying. It turns out that defects and deterioration in the Universe and on Earth actually lead us to clearer understanding of our origins and destiny. Even the limitations of human intellect factor into the equation. In all of the mechanical, geological, astrological, biological, social, political or spiritual spheres of human knowledge, the fact of decay relates directly to both the doctrine of sin and the Second Law of Thermodynamics. Norm unpacks these concepts for us “regular people” – these essentials are “must know” concepts for thinking people.
Click for details and location of Pima County Events here.
► August 18 – 5:00 PM – Sierra Vista: Understanding Origins (Introduction). “Honestly, what difference does ‘origin science’ really make?” Norm Crawford, an actual space scientist, shows how the subject directly challenges today’s humanistic society that promotes an anti-Biblical view of origins. This worldview exploration contrasts the foundational Christian doctrines with the pervading materialist evolutionist ideology – audiences invariably experience “aha” moments as the competing concepts become clear. Take your first big worldview step, or refresh your knowledge, at this clear, concise presentation!
► August 25 – 5:00 PM – Sierra Vista: Overview of Biological Evolution. Get the basics of evolutionism in one efficient sitting – and then discover the power of the creation science critique. Methodical and clear in his methods, Norm Crawford knows both sides of the arguments and leads audiences to really understand the issues. No Christian should ever fear evolution theory after receiving this knowledge.
Click here for details on Cochise County events.
► August 27 – 7:00 PM – Payson Public Library: “Live” Lessons from Animals. “Wildly interactive” describes Steve Lachonas’s presentation of several live animals, focusing on both their incredible design and the lessons they teach us about God and his Word. Consider: a Madagascar Hissing cockroach can teach us about bearing burdens. The African Bullfrog, who lies dormant for ten months, comes back to life again and teaches what it means to be devoted. More life lessons come alive for the audience with the lizard, the Hornbill bird, and the Tarantula! (No humans are harmed in this presentation.)
Click here for details on Gila County events.
The Grand Canyon uniquely supplies church leaders with distinctly personal connections to origin science concepts revealed in Arizona’s Grand Canyon. And Russ Miller stands tall among effective and entertaining presenters.
The trip for church members is August 17; the trip for church leaders is September 10. Sign yourself up for the August 17 trip right now. Invite a church leader to the September 10 free trip. It’s easy. Click here to get links for the flyer, and send it to the church leaders by email, fax or letter. Help also by donating to support the church leader trip – it’s an investment in origin science like no other. Take the five minutes now to sign up, sponsor a pastor, and invite church leaders. See online videos about the trip subject matter. You can visit Russ Miller’s website for additional details. Email David McNabb for questions or assistance for either bus trip.
Seventy people attended the inaugural AzOSA Gila Division meeting on June 25 that featured Dr. Kezele’s presentation on dinosaurs. Thanks to hard work by Michael Calcagno, the Gila Division Vice-President, and God’s blessings, the turnout of adults and children was standing room only. Lively discussion followed the presentation, new members joined AzOSA, and attendees purchase lots of origin science materials as well. This gratifying response means Gila Division is scheduling monthly meetings up through March 2014 and likely beyond.
Click here to monitor the calendar – and tell others in the area!
A few hours each month multiplies the outreach of the Truth to mankind. Without you, AzOSA and its many activities and outreaches just cannot happen. Ready to multiply your effectiveness? Consider helping as:
► Church Survey Assistant – using simple direct mail techniques, help this ongoing original research project obtain and organize data to understand origin science’s challenges in some churches and how to overcome them. Contact Dr. Joseph Kezele at Dr. Kezele’s contact portal.
► Bookstore Assistant – Straightforward but vital to our mission. Help maintain the stock for the AzOSA stores, using the systems already in place. AzOSA can thrive only by delivering the materials people need to make the scientific case for Creation. You can directly contribute to everyone’s success. Contact Dr. Joseph Kezele at Dr. Kezele’s contact portal or Vern Hartz (bookstore@azosa.org). This e-mail address is being protected from Internet risks, so you need JavaScript enabled to view it; or phone 520-721-8278 for more information.
Get the expert to settle the issues, once and for all. Mike Riddle’s Advanced Creation Apologetics course comes to Arizona this Fall, and you can help make this course available at your church or other organization. The timeframe is September through November, 2013. No cost to the church for the course, and individual students pay only bargain basement fees. The facility needs to be a classroom or other space big enough for 20-30 students with room for a projector and screen. The course runs Friday evening through Saturday. The topic areas include: (1) The need for apologetics (Biblical discernment); (2) Presuppositionalism; (3) Critical Thinking and Issues in Science; (4) The Value of Good Questions; (5) The Transcendental Argument for God’s Existence; (6) Logic and Logical Fallacies; (7) Theodicy (resolving the problem of evil); (8) Knowing how to Answer Questions about Rights; (9) The Gospel, Apologetics, and Evangelism.
Don’t miss the chance to have an entertaining national expert personally take you and your church members to another level of expertise! Bring Mike Riddle to your church or other organization – contact him directly here.
Calendar August 4 – 8, 2013 for the International Conference on Creationism. If you cannot attend the Pittsburgh location, then you can still participate via online webinar. Click here to get information on personally attending the conference or participating via the webinar. Forward this information to anyone interested in Creationism, which is the field of study examining support for Genesis 1 in scientific facts and discoveries. Check out the list of topics and speakers. And via webinar, it comes to your home directly. Leap forward in your Creationism education!
Ideas for small group and Bible study – browse the online store at AzOSA.org. Visit the store and it’s as easy as a mouse click to get fresh new items for your needs. Browse and buy while they last!
New items, more opportunities, AzOSA continuously serves. Click here to view our dedicated events page. Don’t wait for a monthly newsletter to stay informed. Visit http://www.azosa.org every week. Half over, the year 2013 daily challenges facts and faith. Even so, when others lose their minds, you will be connected to truth the whole time. Bookmark us now.
P.S.: New Intelligent Design Article: Salvo Magazine’s featured article this quarter is Software for Sex. Written by this newsletter’s editor and very family-friendly, the article examines an obvious but too often neglected element of intelligent design in God’s created animal kingdom.
