Guy Consolmagno, Jesuit Brother, Wins Carl Sagan Medal For Achievements In Astronomy [View all]

Yasmine Hafiz

Jesuit brother Guy Consolmagno is living proof that science and religion need not be at odds with one another.

The papal astronomer was just awarded the prestigious Carl Sagan Medal for “outstanding communication by an active planetary scientist" by the American Astronomical Society’s (AAS) Division for Planetary Sciences, according to the Catholic Sun.

Consolmagno was honored because he “occupies a unique position within our profession as a credible spokesperson for scientific honesty within the context of religious belief," reports the website for the Jesuit order, which is known for its emphasis on social justice, focus on education, and free-thinking attitude. Pope Francis became the first Jesuit pope upon his election in 2013.

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