DYA Study Day: Human Origins – Creation and Evolution
About the day
Join us for a study day on ‘theistic evolution’: how to make sense of modern science’s theory of evolution in light of Catholic teaching on God, creation, and the human person. How do we explain the soul if the human body is merely a product of evolution? Is the Doctrine of Original Sin compatible with evolution, and was there any ‘evil’ in the world before the fall? The day will include talks, workshops, prayer, fellowship, and discussion, and lunch will be provided. There is no cost to attend, but booking is essential.
Speakers
The day will be led by Fr Robert Verrill OP, who is the prior of Blackfriars Cambridge, and teaches philosophy at the Blackfriars Studium in Oxford. Fr Robert has a keen interest in science and religion, regularly writing on the topic for the Catholic Herald, and recently completed a doctorate in philosophy at Baylor University.
Who is it for?
The day is open to any young adults (20s & 30s), including those looking to deepen their faith or new to the Catholic tradition.
Date and Timings
Saturday 23rd May 2026, 10:00 – 16:30
How to get there
The Frassati Centre, Wellington Street, Leicester LE1 6HW
The Frassati Centre is attached to Holy Cross, the Dominican church in the centre of Leicester. It is a short walk from the train station and there is plenty of car parking nearby. There are regular trains and buses to Leicester from London, Oxford, Cambridge, and across the midlands. The entrance to the Frassati centre is on Wellington Street. More information can be found on the priory website (https://www.holycrossleicester.org/contact/).
Booking information
The study day is free of charge, but registration is essential. The booking form can be found here: DYA Study Day | Human Origins & Evolution – Fill in form
If you have any questions, please email us: dya@english.op.org
