TF | S03 E20 | In this episode of Thinking Faith, Deacon Eric Gurash and Dr. Brett Salkeld respond to a question from Grade 9–10 students at Miller High School: Do miracles still happen—and why can’t science prove them?Exploring Scripture, theology, and real-world examples, they unpack the relationship between miracles, faith, and scientific evidence. The conversation highlights why miracles in the Bible—and today—are not “proofs” that force belief, but signs that invite a personal response and deeper relationship with God.They also examine how the Church evaluates miracles, the limits of science in explaining the supernatural, and why openness—rather than certainty—shapes how we interpret extraordinary events. This episode offers a thoughtful and accessible look at how faith and reason work together, and why miracles ultimately point beyond themselves to hope, conversion, and God’s presence in the world.00:00 Miracles Question00:52 Why We Love Q and A01:55 Framing Modern Skepticism03:27 New Testament Not Naive05:08 Miracles Need Interpretation07:39 Miracles Don't Force Faith09:20 Science Limits and Saints12:09 Canonization Beyond Evidence13:53 Shroud of Turin Cautions16:49 Historical Case for Resurrection19:01 Historical Evidence Limits20:32 Hume and Miracle Bias21:23 Modern Miracles and Lourdes23:05 Why Miracles Leave Scars24:42 Signs That Build Hope29:44 Choosing Good Over Despair32:04 Prayer and Shared Responsibility35:44 Atheists' Prayer for a Sign37:13 Incremental Faith and Unbelief38:51 Wrap Up and Blessing

Thinking Faith Catholic Podcast

with Deacon Eric Gurash and Dr. Brett Salkeld

Do Miracles Still Happen? Signs, Science, and Faith

APR 14, 202639 MIN
Thinking Faith Catholic Podcast

Do Miracles Still Happen? Signs, Science, and Faith

APR 14, 202639 MIN

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TF | S03 E20 | In this episode of Thinking Faith, Deacon Eric Gurash and Dr. Brett Salkeld respond to a question from Grade 9–10 students at Miller High School: Do miracles still happen—and why can’t science prove them? Exploring Scripture, theology, and real-world examples, they unpack the relationship between miracles, faith, and scientific evidence. The conversation highlights why miracles in the Bible—and today—are not “proofs” that force belief, but signs that invite a personal response and deeper relationship with God. They also examine how the Church evaluates miracles, the limits of science in explaining the supernatural, and why openness—rather than certainty—shapes how we interpret extraordinary events. This episode offers a thoughtful and accessible look at how faith and reason work together, and why miracles ultimately point beyond themselves to hope, conversion, and God’s presence in the world. 00:00 Miracles Question 00:52 Why We Love Q and A 01:55 Framing Modern Skepticism 03:27 New Testament Not Naive 05:08 Miracles Need Interpretation 07:39 Miracles Don't Force Faith 09:20 Science Limits and Saints 12:09 Canonization Beyond Evidence 13:53 Shroud of Turin Cautions 16:49 Historical Case for Resurrection 19:01 Historical Evidence Limits 20:32 Hume and Miracle Bias 21:23 Modern Miracles and Lourdes 23:05 Why Miracles Leave Scars 24:42 Signs That Build Hope 29:44 Choosing Good Over Despair 32:04 Prayer and Shared Responsibility 35:44 Atheists' Prayer for a Sign 37:13 Incremental Faith and Unbelief 38:51 Wrap Up and Blessing