The Scoper Lecture in Christian Thought
The Scoper Lecture in Christian Thought is an annual series building off the Capps Lectures that brings eminent speakers to the University to deliver public lectures exploring the breadth of Christian expression in the arenas of scholarship, science and medicine, the arts, and culture. The series is generously funded by Nancy and Stephen Scoper, M.D., through their gift to the University of Virginia, designated to Theological Horizons.
Watch the video of the 2025 Scoper Lecture in Christian Thought, “Open, Honest and Free: A Celebration of Theological Inquiry Across the University” featuring Charles Marsh, PhD, Commonwealth Professor of Religious Studies and Director of the Project on Lived Theology at the University of Virginia. The event took place on March 29, 2025 in the Dome Room of the Rotunda at the University of Virginia.
This year’s Scoper Lecture in Christian Thought continues with a virtual conversation
Theological Inquiry Across the University.
Where Do We Go From Here?
Join us for our virtual companion event at 8pm EST on Thursday, April 24, 2025
Moderated by Karen Marsh, featuring expert panelists:
Felicia Wu Song, PhD
cultural sociologist of digital technologies and author of Restless Devices
Brandon Harris, MDiv, DMin
higher education professional & minister Forum for Theological Exploration
John Kiess, PhD
associate professor of theology Loyola University Maryland
New York Times commentator and best-selling author David Brooks delivered the 3rd annual Scoper Lecture in Christian Thought in Old Cabell Hall on April 21, 2024 at the University of Virginia: the anchor event of an in person and livestreamed community-wide, intergenerational experience.
Following his lecture, “Know Better: Deepening the Bonds of Communal Life,” Brooks was joined onstage for a conversation with Melody Barnes, executive director of UVA’s Karsh Institute of Democracy. Music by Porter’s Gate. A Charlottesville Welcome Table reception for all lecture guests followed: a special event in the UVA Amphitheater.
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AND THERE’S SO MUCH MORE!
Learn, explore, and join us… At Theological Horizons, all are welcome. Always.