RTB Canada - Toronto Chapter

Should we be concerned about artificial intelligence? Will it replace us and put people out of work? These questions and more will be explored by Dr Hugh Ross. (on video) He will explain what AI can - and cannot - do. He will highlight what makes the human brain much more that just an advanced computer. Hugh will also point out how advances in artificial intelligence point to evidence for God and highlight human exceptionalism.

This recording features RTB scholar Dr. Hugh Ross and astrophysicist Dr. Brian Keating in a unique dialogue bringing together the perspectives of a Christian astrophysicist and a self-described "practicing devout agnostic" cosmologist.

This conversation covered:
• Why Earth has such an abundance and diversity of life
• Whether the universe appears hostile or life-friendly
• The prospects of discovering life in our solar system
• The search for extraterrestrial intelligence (SETI)
• How worldview and science shape our understanding of the cosmos

Moderated by RTB senior research scholar George Haraksin ll, this conversation models respectful engagement, clarity, and a shared pursuit of truth.

We offer a safe and relaxed environment where you and your friends can ask questions freely.

Light refreshments and snacks will be available.

Is Our Civilization the First in the Universe?

It is quite common in science fiction, as exemplified by Star Wars and Star Trek, to presume that life exists in multiple places / galaxies in the universe and has existed long before life existed on earth. In fact, many people (including scientists) think that this is highly likely to be true, given the vastness and estimated age of the universe. Is it possible that life exists elsewhere in the universe, either now or in the distant past? This talk will focus on a scientific evaluation of such an idea from the perspective of a
chemist, Dr. Steven W. Baertschi.

Free food will be provided

Noah's Flood: Global, Local, or Worldwide?

The location, extent and time of Noah's flood as recorded in Genesis remains a controversial topic. This has divided the church and its popular interpretation has proven to be one of the most significant biblical barriers to unbelievers coming to faith in Jesus Christ. Careful biblical exegesis, and recent scientific discoveries, including patterns of human migration, geography, climate and the history of the earth have shed new light on this important topic. Please join us as Dr. Hugh Ross brings this evidence together to give us a clearer, and perhaps surprising, understanding of Noah's flood.

The presentation is based on Hugh's last book and he explained that he wrote it because:
One reason people reject the Bible as the inspired inerrant word of God is they look at the account of the flood and they say, "There's no way that can be true. If that isn't true, there's no point my reading anything else in the Bible."

We offer a safe and relaxed environment where you and your friends can ask questions freely.