Truth, Science, Faith, and Trust: A Conversation on Wisdom with Francis Collins
Renowned physician–scientist Francis Collins joins Faith in Healthcare host Dr. Mike Chupp and co-host Dr. Brick Lantz for a conversation on truth, science, faith, and trust, the central themes of Collins’ book The Road to Wisdom. This discussion is not an endorsement of every viewpoint, but an invitation to ask hard questions and seek wisdom on issues Christian healthcare professionals regularly wrestle with. Together, the hosts and Collins explore how followers of Christ can think clearly, listen carefully, and help rebuild trust through faithful, Christ-shaped engagement in healthcare and public life, even amid disagreement, polarization, and deep moral conviction.
If you’d like to purchase The Road to Wisdom by Francis Collins, you can find it here: https://www.francisscollins.com/.
Registration continues for the 2026 CMDA National Convention, happening April 23–26 in Loveland, Colorado, and now is a great time to secure your spot!
Join us for a meaningful time to renew your spirit, recharge your faith, and connect with fellow believers in healthcare. We’re excited to welcome John Stonestreet, President of the Colson Center and co-host of Breakpoint Radio, as a featured speaker. Convenient lodging is available at the Embassy Suites by Hilton Loveland Conference Center and SpringHill Suites by Marriott, with special CMDA room rates reserved for attendees. Learn more and register today at natcon.cmda.org.
The Saline Process Witness Training is coming to Fairfield, Connecticut, February 13–14, 2026, and it’s designed for healthcare professionals and students who want to care for patients more holistically.
This 10-hour, interactive course equips clinicians to thoughtfully and respectfully engage patients’ spiritual concerns in real clinical settings. Research shows that most patients want their healthcare professionals to acknowledge their spiritual needs, yet many clinicians feel uncertain about how to do that well. Saline Process provides practical tools, guided discussion, and real-world scenarios to help you respond with confidence, compassion, and sensitivity, addressing both physical and spiritual care while honoring professional boundaries. Learn more and register at cmda.org/saline.
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From 2009 to 2021, Collins served under three Presidents as the Director of the U.S. National Institutes of Health, the largest supporter of biomedical research in the world. His contributions to science, medicine, and society have been recognized by the Presidential Medal of Freedom, the National Medal of Science, and the Templeton Prize. A former atheist, Collins became a Christian during his medical training, and wrote about that in a best-selling book, The Language of God: A Scientist Presents Evidence for Belief. Subsequently he founded the Biologos Foundation, to provide a meeting place for individuals interested in serious and civil discourse on the potential harmony between science and Christian faith. His most recent book is The Road to Wisdom: On Truth, Science, Faith, and Trust.
