Science reads the cosmos.
Theology asks after its Creator.
We are scientists and theologians who study modern science on the origins of the cosmos, the Earth, life and humanity, explore its theological meaning, and share what we learn with the church and the public.
Through everything God made, they can clearly see his invisible qualities—his eternal power and divine nature.Romans 1:20 (NLT)
We do not avoid the questions scientific discovery puts to faith. Scientists and theologians look for answers together, at one table.
The Colloquium was formed at the proposal of Rev. Lim Chang-Se and led by Prof. Emeritus Choe Seung-Urn together with several scientists and theologians from the Isu Forum. It brings together scientists in astronomy, geology, biology, genetics and science education with theologians in systematic and historical theology, Old Testament and philosophy of religion, who present and discuss their research at monthly seminars.
Many Christians feel caught between creation science and mainstream science. Alongside research, the Colloquium gives public lectures that introduce churches to the dialogue of science and theology.
Learn moreAreas of research
We study the major scientific theories of origins and their theological implications in four areas.
Origins of the Cosmos
Standard Big Bang cosmology and Genesis 1; cosmology in dialogue with Christian eschatology
Earth and Life
The history of the Earth, evolution and genetics, and faith in creation
Humanity and Technology
The human vocation within creation; theology in the Anthropocene and the age of AI
Method in Science and Theology
The nature of science, philosophy of science, and models of relation: conflict, independence, dialogue, integration
Theological Reflections
of an Astronomer
A prayer offered amid conflict with creation science led, unexpectedly, to the study of science and theology — and to a new reading of Genesis 1 through an astronomer’s eyes.
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Members’ papers and talks — free for anyone to read and download.
Karl Barth's Theology of Science and Its Legacy: From Christological Concentration to Cosmic Flourishing
Shin Kyung-Soo · 2026 ArticlesGenesis 1 and the Standard Big Bang Theory
Choe Seung-Urn · 2026 ArticlesBeyond Representational Ontology: Structural Resonance, Relational Individuality, and a Practice Philosophy of An-Jayeon
Lee Jong-Sun · 2026People
Choe Seung-Urn
Astronomy (astrophysics, historical astronomy, gifted science education)Professor Emeritus, Dept. of Earth Science Education, Seoul National University이Lee Moon-Won
GeologyProfessor Emeritus, Kangwon National University조Cho Hee-Hyung
Science EducationProfessor Emeritus, Division of Science Education, Kangwon National University서Suh Won-Mo
Historical TheologyProfessor (retired), Presbyterian University and Theological Seminary임Lim Chang-Se
Systematic Theology (science and theology)Research Professor, International Public Theology Forum-Center, Berkeley신Shin Kyung-Soo
Systematic Theology (science-theology, Calvin studies)Director, Open Door MissionWould you like to join us?
We welcome new members, academic exchange, lecture invitations and submissions.