A Rocha is a Christian nature conservation organisation, our name coming from the Portuguese for “the Rock,” as the first initiative was a field study centre in Portugal. A Rocha projects are frequently cross-cultural in character, and share a community emphasis, with a focus on science and research, practical conservation and environmental education. More...

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New book on Real Scientists, Real Faith 1 July 2009
The science / faith debate rages on. And yet, many leading scientists have an active Christian faith. In this new book, published May 2009, 17 esteemed scientists tackle two questions: what differ... (read more)

A major milestone in Storm Petrels 1 July 2009
After 20 years of storm petrel research at A Rocha Portugal, the project has reached a new landmark: our 5,000th storm petrel! Well done, everyone! Here is the momentous bird, caught on the night ... (read more)

Veggies for everyone? 1 July 2009
Our mothers told us to eat our veggies, and we instinctively and empirically know they were right. But for some in our community, eating their veggies – particularly organic ones – is beyond their ... (read more)

Creation groans – do we dare listen? 1 June 2009
If you live in Singapore or Selangor, come and be encouraged to care for God’s creation at A Rocha events in July 2009. Hear Dr Graham McAll speak on Climate Change, Health and Faith. Hear Peter a... (read more)

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