Responding to the New Atheism

This weekend in Melbourne, The 2012 Global Atheist Convention, A Celebration of Reason, will host authors Richard Dawkins, Sam Harris and others, the champions of the so-called 'new atheism'. It will be the biggest ever atheist event in Australia’s history.

Already the TV debate between Cardinal George Pell and Richard Dawkins on QandA has sparked significant interest. How should Christians respond to the celebration of Atheism?

Here is one option: Come on Sunday 15 April 7:30pm to Federation Square to take part in

Undeniable

Can you handle the truth?

The night will feature Ben Price, Australia’s best impersonator, who will be doing a comedy routine and sharing his personal story of faith in God. And also ‘Compliments of Gus’, one of Australia’s premier Christian bands.

In addition, there will be several other powerful faith stories, including that of an ex-Marxist/Atheist who is now the pastor of a large and vibrant church in Melbourne, as well as an ex-drug runner for a renowned Australian drug lord.