A Space Explorers Theological Training Guide to Alien Encounters

This manual is dedicated to everyone who loves the truth, where ever it may be found.
"The mere existence of an alien life form from other worlds should never be cause for concern or reason to fear, for it is only a revelation of truth."
"We should always assume there are alien forms of life yet to discover, understand and explain, while at the same time expecting they will be discovered, understood and explained."
"The only truth we need to fear is truth that has been distorted"
Space exploration is not much different from theology in that it is about the discovery of truth. In space exploration, the truth we find may or may not be familiar to us. The truth may surprise, frighten, confuse, and challenge us. Yet, this truth in and of itself is not to be feared.
The discovery of alien life forms, apart from our own, may challenge our theological and religious beliefs, but this challenge should not cause despair. On the other hand, our beliefs should be adjusted and enhanced by it. For, it is the very duty of our beliefs to bring us to a knowledge of and conformation to truth. We should never reject, ignore, or be repelled by it.
This must be understood by those who seek to go where no one else has gone before, and encounter what no one else has experienced before through space exploration. It must also be understood by those who train them for their mission.
Therefore, as a part of ongoing space explorer training, this theological aspect of their preparation must not be ignored, for it is essential in developing the most qualified and prepared individuals for the mission of space exploration.
This manual will provide a summary of some of the more important aspects of theological perspectives and preparation for alien encounters.