An 11-week “Faith and Genetics” course jointly offered from September to December by the World Council of Churches (WCC) and Christian Medical College will share and discuss ethical concerns to ensure that progress in genetics serves humanity holistically and builds public trust.
The course aims to strengthen and equip faith communities to better participate and contribute in public dialogue. It also aims to enhance scientific understanding of members of faith communities on fundamental concepts in genetics, and explore recent advancements in gene editing technologies.
Participants will analyse ethical issues raised by human gene editing and synthetic biology, and discuss faith-informed perspectives on bioethics, dignity, and justice in the context of genetic intervention. They will foster respectful dialogue between science and faith, identifying harmony, tension, and potential integration areas.
The course will take place on Mondays from 10AM-12PM (EDT) from September 14, 2026 to December 7, 2026. Read more details and sign up on the World Council of Churches website!