Written by Probe Staff
A Christian Response to the Horror at Virginia Tech
Rick Wade unpacks important deeper questions about tragedies like the shootings at Virginia Tech. After shock and fear, there's the universal sense of evil, moral outrage and a deep desire for justicebut where do these convictions come from? Christianity provides some answers and, uniquely, ultimate hope. Time to reconsider?
Virginia Tech Massacre: Coping with Grief
Monday's massacre at Virginia Tech evoked poignant memories for writer and campus lecturer Rusty Wright of university tragedies gone by. He briefly discusses death's shuddering finality and the crucial issue of God, evil and suffering.
Reflection on the Virginia Tech Shootings
Recent graduate student Heather Zeiger reflects on the Virginia Tech shootings, her generation's penchant for violence and despair, its reliance on materialism and expectations of a push-button world. She appeals to a wise ancient king, Solomon, for perspective and points to a Savior who give meaning to life.
Listen to Pat Zukeran's "Evidence and Answers" 30-minute radio programs on evil, suffering and God (mp3 format). Foundational for understanding such events:
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Respected scholar on the historical Christ and the ressurrection, N.T. Wright, on "Evil and the Justice of God"
Philosopher and theology professor, Ramesh Richard, on "Evil Unmasked: what evil says about God and man" (program 1). Discusses his book, Cross-Cultural Apologetics and Worldview Evangelism.
Continuation of interview with Ramesh Richard on "Evil Unmasked" (program 2)
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About the Author
 Rick Wade holds a B.A. in communications (radio broadcasting) from Moody Bible Institute, an M.A. in Christian Thought (theology/philosophy of religion) from Trinity Evangelical Divinity School, and a Master of Humanities (emphasis in philosophy) from the University of Dallas. Rick's interests focus on apologetics, Christianity and culture, and the changing currents in Western thought. Before joining Probe Ministries in February 1997, Rick worked in the ship repair industry in Norfolk, VA. He can be reached at rwade@probe.org.
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 Rusty Wright, former associate speaker and writer with Probe Ministries, is an international lecturer, award-winning author, and journalist who has spoken on six continents. He holds Bachelor of Science (psychology) and Master of Theology degrees from Duke and Oxford universities, respectively. He can be reached at RustyWright@aol.com
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Probe Ministries is a non-profit ministry whose mission is to assist the church in renewing the minds of believers with a Christian worldview and to equip the church to engage the world for Christ. Probe fulfills this mission through our Mind Games conferences for youth and adults, our 3-minute daily radio program, and our extensive Web site at www.probe.org.
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About the Author
 Heather Zeiger graduated magna cum laude from the University of Texas at Dallas with a B.S. in chemistry and a minor in government and politics. She received her M.S. in chemistry, also from UTD; her research was in organic synthesis and materials. She interned at Probe Ministries prior to graduate school and now serves with Probe as a Research Associate. Her interests involve science and culture issues, including bioethics, origins, and the environment. She is currently working on a M.A. in bioethics from Trinity International University. She is married to David, another former Probe intern and teacher at Trinity Christian Academy. You can find Heather’s updates on her web site: www.hz-probe.ministryhome.org.
What is Probe?
Probe Ministries is a non-profit ministry whose mission is to assist the church in renewing the minds of believers with a Christian worldview and to equip the church to engage the world for Christ. Probe fulfills this mission through our Mind Games conferences for youth and adults, our 3-minute daily radio program, and our extensive Web site at www.probe.org.
Further information about Probe's materials and ministry may be obtained by contacting us at:
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About the Author
 Patrick Zukeran is an associate speaker for Probe Ministries. He has a B.A. in Religion from Point Loma Nazarene University, a Th.M. from Dallas Theological Seminary, and a D.Min. from Southern Evangelical Seminary. He is an author, radio talk show host, and a national and international speaker on apologetics, cults, world religions, Bible, theology, and current issues. His nationally syndicated radio talk show "Evidence and Answers" is broadcast on the KTLW Network (covering the West Coast), through all of Asia (through World Harvest Radio), and on the web at evidenceandanswers.org. Before joining Probe, Pat served for twelve years as an Associate Pastor. He can be reached at pzukeran@probe.org.
What is Probe?
Probe Ministries is a non-profit ministry whose mission is to assist the church in renewing the minds of believers with a Christian worldview and to equip the church to engage the world for Christ. Probe fulfills this mission through our Mind Games conferences for youth and adults, our 3 1/2 minute daily radio program, and our extensive Web site at www.probe.org.
Further information about Probe's materials and ministry may be obtained by contacting us at:
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