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"Do not conform any longer to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind. Then you will be able to test and approve what God's will is--his good, pleasing, and perfect will." -- Romans 12:2

"But in your hearts set apart Christ as Lord. Always be prepared to give an answer to everyone who asks you to give the reason for the hope that you have. But do this with gentleness and respect." -- 1 Peter 3:15

"For this is what the Lord has commanded us: 'I have made you a light for the Gentiles, that you may bring salvation to the ends of the earth'" -- Acts 13:47

Transforming and renewing the mind. Being prepared to respond. Being a light to the world.

The University of Missouri Christian Scholars Forum (MU-CSF) is an association of Mizzou faculty and staff seeking to encourage and strengthen each other in our Christian faith, to minister to our campus community, and to promote thoughtful dialogue on issues related to Christianity and society.Our members come from many Christian denominations and represent departments, centers, and institutes from across the University campus. We share a commitment to historic Christianity and the belief that Christians should play visible, important roles in the modern University.

Opportunities and Events:
The Christian Scholars Forum Brownbag series features invited speakers from on and off campus, topical discussions, and fellowship. Gatherings are Fridays from Noon to 1:00PM. This fall, we will be reading and discussing Tim Keller’s book, The Reason for God: Belief in an Age of Skepticism. You do not need to have read to join the discussion around the critical questions raised each week. Following is a tentative schedule, but please check back for updates! Fall 2009 schedule:
Sep 11	CSF Brownbag: Discussion: The Reason for God: Introduction [S110 Memorial Union]
Sep 18	CSF Brownbag: “There Can’t Be Just One True Religion” (Keller, Chap 1) [N243 Memorial Union]
Sep 25	CSF Brownbag: “How Could a Good God Allow Suffering?” (Keller, Chap 2) [N232 Memorial Union]
Oct 2	CSF Brownbag: “Christianity Is a Straightjacket” (Keller, Chap 3) [N243 Memorial Union]
Oct 9	CSF Brownbag: “The Church is Responsible for So Much Injustice” (Keller, Chap 4) [N243 Memorial Union]
Oct 16	CSF Brownbag: “How Can a Loving God Send People to Hell?” (Keller, Chap 5) [TBD]
Oct 23	CSF Brownbag: “Science Disproved Christianity” (Keller, Chap 6) [N232 Memorial Union]
Oct 30	CSF Brownbag: “You Can’t Take the Bible Literally” (Keller, Chap 7) [N232 Memorial Union]
Nov 6	CSF Brownbag: “The Clues of God” (Keller, Chap 8) [N243 Memorial Union]
Nov 13	CSF Brownbag: “The Knowledge of God” (Keller, Chap 9) [N232 Memorial Union]
Nov 20	CSF Brownbag: “The Problem of Sin” (Keller, Chap 10) [N243 Memorial Union]
Dec 4	CSF Brownbag: “Religion and the Gospel” (Keller, Chap 11) [N243 Memorial Union]
Dec 11	CSF Brownbag: “The (True) Story of the Cross” and “The Reality of the Resurrection” (Keller, Chap 12 & 13) [N243 Memorial Union]
Dec 18	CSF Brownbag: “The Dance of God” (Keller, Chap 14) [N243 Memorial Union]

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