Star Trek and Faith, Volume 1
Christian Worldview and Trek Series New and Old
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Praise for this book
“Star Trek and Faith is a model of winsome engagement, identifying important theological questions raised across the Trek canon and showing how the Christian faith offers reasonable and even compelling answers to those questions. Whether you’re a Trekkie Christian trying to reconcile your fandom with your faith, or a skeptical fan who embraces Trek’s secular humanism, this highly accessible book is worthy of your attention—definitely recommended!”
Matthew Carey Jordan, Vice President of Academic Affairs, Saint Mary Seminary and Graduate School of Theology
Tim Pickavance, Professor of Philosophy, Talbot School of Theology, Biola University
“I confess that I am not a Trekkie, but this book made me want to become one. I love imagined universes that intersect in profound and complex ways with perennial, deeply human questions, and Mark Hansard shows, in nuanced but accessible ways, how these intersections pervade Star Trek in all its manifestations. Highly recommend!”
Aaron M. Griffith, Associate Professor of Philosophy, William and Mary
“This book is an exciting and engaging dive into the spiritual and theological dimensions of Star Trek. Mark Hansard has done a wonderful job of digging below the surface of individual episodes to reveal their deeper meanings and Christian themes. I highly recommend it for ‘Trekkies’ and theology buffs alike!”
Carol Regehr, Instructor Emerita, Physics Department, Kansas State University
“Golly, Jim. I’m a doctor, not a literary critic. Oh wait—I’m not even a doctor. But I am a longtime fan of Star Trek, as is Mark Hansard. Fans have long observed spiritual themes in Star Trek, as in any storytelling that addresses large and profound ideas. Mark discusses selected episodes of Star Trek vis-à-vis classic Christian doctrines, including insights from Gene Roddenberry’s own point of view. The book is organized in a format that lends itself to small group study. Read. Watch. Discuss.”
Kevin C. Neece, author of The Gospel According to Star Trek: The Original Crew
“Mark Hansard has an excellent grasp of both Star Trek and apologetics and is uniquely skilled at putting the two into conversation. I’m certain that both volumes of Star Trek and Faith will fuel the warp engines of those seeking an engaging and nerdy way to further their ongoing voyage of faith. I, for one, am glad to have a colleague like Mark along for the journey.”
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