A Community of Christian Professionals
Most academic networks ignore your faith. Most faith communities don’t understand your work. The Scholar Community was built to bridge the two—equipping deep thinkers to engage faith and science and share it with the world.
Membership Opportunities & Qualifications
Our 500+ members are a rare community of credentialed Christians in STEMM, theology, and beyond—intellectually engaged at every stage of their academic journey and committed to revealing God in science.
Scholar
Accomplished scientists, theologians, physicians, and academics committed to rigorous scholarship and actively sharing the gospel.
Education Requirement: PhD or equivalent
Core Beliefs
Hold personal beliefs consistent with RTB’s core distinctives and the Chicago Statements on Inerrancy and Hermeneutics.
Standard of Conduct
Live in a manner consistent with RTB’s standard of conduct, reflecting the virtuous character traits found in 1 Peter 3:15–16.
Evangelistic Heart
Actively share your faith with STEMM-trained and STEMM-interested seekers and Christians who are asking hard questions about science and faith.
Desire to Connect
Enjoy exploring connections between God’s world and God’s Word within an old-earth creation context—and want to do so alongside others.
Associate Scholar
Emerging researchers committed to scholarship and actively sharing the gospel of Jesus Christ.
Education Requirement: Enrolled in a doctoral program or actively publishing postgraduate research.
Core Beliefs
Hold personal beliefs consistent with RTB’s core distinctives and the Chicago Statements on Inerrancy and Hermeneutics.
Standard of Conduct
Live in a manner consistent with RTB’s standard of conduct, reflecting the virtuous character traits found in 1 Peter 3:15–16.
Evangelistic Heart
Actively share your faith with STEMM-trained and STEMM-interested seekers and Christians who are asking hard questions about science and faith.
Desire to Connect
Enjoy exploring the connections between science and the Christian faith within an old-earth creation context. Eager to grow alongside RTB’s scholars and community.
Apologist
Trained lay evangelists passionate about sharing the harmony between science and faith in a world that sees the two in conflict.
Education Requirement : Certificate in science apologetics from Reasons Institute
Core Beliefs
Hold personal beliefs consistent with RTB’s core distinctives and the Chicago Statements on Inerrancy and Hermeneutics.
Standard of Conduct
Live in a manner consistent with RTB’s standard of conduct, reflecting the virtuous character traits found in 1 Peter 3:15–16.
Evangelistic Heart
Actively share your faith with those around you—especially STEMM-trained and STEMM-interested seekers and Christians who are open to evidence-based conversations about God.
Desire to Connect
Eager to grow in your understanding of science and faith alongside like-minded professionals and share evidence-based insights in your community, church, and everyday conversations.
Our Core Distinctives
These distinctives reflect RTB’s perspective on the relationship between science and Scripture—shaping our approach to research, testing, teaching, and apologetics within the Scholar Community.
Benefits & Opportunities
Membership in the Scholar Community is an enriching experience—professionally, spiritually, and missionally. Here’s what you can expect.
Scholar Connections
Build meaningful relationships with RTB’s credentialed scientists, theologians, and scholars who share your commitment to both rigorous research and sincere Christian faith.
Like-Minded Community
Find the network you’ve been looking for—fellow Christians in STEMM and theology who understand the unique challenges and opportunities of integrating faith and one’s professional expertise.
Professional & Spiritual Growth
Deepen both your field knowledge and your faith through resources, conversations, and opportunities designed specifically for credentialed Christian scholars.
Skill-building Sessions
Sharpen your apologetics skills through robust lectures, workshops, training, and collaborative events that equip you to engage colleagues, students, and skeptics with clarity, evidence, and confidence.
Eligible for Content Contribution*
Selected Scholars may be invited to contribute to RTB’s official resources—videos, podcasts, and written content—helping advance the science-faith conversation on a global platform.
Eligible for Visiting Scholar Program*
Qualified Scholars may apply for RTB’s Visiting Scholar Program—an immersive opportunity to work alongside our staff scholars and contribute directly to our research and apologetics mission.
*Exclusive to Scholars. Associate Scholars and Apologists may be invited at RTB’s discretion.
Scholar Connections
Connect with credentialed peers and RTB’s staff scholars who are invested in your growth—both as an academic and as a follower of Christ.
Like-Minded Community
You don’t have to navigate the intersection of faith and science alone. Find community with others who are on the same journey you are.
Professional & Spiritual Growth
Grow in your field and your faith through resources designed to equip the next generation of Christian scholars with sound science and a rich understanding of Scripture.
Skill-building Sessions
Participate in workshops that strengthen your apologetics foundation and prepare you to engage your academic peers with confidence and grace.
Like-Minded Community
Connect with a growing network of Christians who are passionate about apologetics and sharing the harmony between science and faith in their communities.
Professional & Spiritual Growth
Grow in your ability to engage skeptics and seekers through training, resources, and ongoing support from RTB and the broader Scholar Community.
Skill-building Sessions
Engage with RTB’s ongoing apologetics training through workshops designed to equip you with the latest discoveries and defense for gospel conversations.
Meet Our Members
Explore a diverse community of scholars and professionals bringing intellectual rigor and a commitment to truth, grounded in both science and Scripture.
How to Apply
Joining the Scholar Community is a simple three-step process. Here’s what to expect.
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Get Started
Click “Apply Now” and share a few basic details to begin your application. It only takes a minute, and it could be the start of something significant.
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Complete Your Application
Check your email for a link to continue your application. There, you’ll tell us more about your academic background, professional experience, and statement of faith. Take your time—we want to get to know you.
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Application Review
Once you’ve submitted your full application, our team will follow up within 2–3 business days with next steps in the review process.