Builders AI Forum

Why the World Needs Catholic AI

Artificial Intelligence is reshaping our world, offering opportunities and posing challenges that touch every facet of society, including faith and spirituality.

This webinar series explores AI through a Catholic lens, addressing the transformative potential of AI and its implications for humanity, the Church, and our personal faith journeys.

Join us for these quarterly discussions to envision the future of AI and its place in a Catholic worldview.

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  1. AI: How much is the World about to Change?

    TBD (Rescheduling from Mar 13, 2025) | TBD

    AI is advancing at an unprecedented pace, transforming industries, economies, and daily life. This webinar will explore the magnitude of these changes, providing insights into how AI could redefine work, education, governance, and ethics. We'll examine where humanity fits in this rapidly evolving landscape and how Catholic perspectives can offer guidance.

    Discussion Points:

    1. Key advancements in AI and their societal implications.
    2. Ethical dilemmas posed by AI's rapid integration into daily life.
    3. The Church’s historical role in navigating technological revolutions.
    4. The potential for Catholic thought to influence global AI discourse.

    HOSTED BY

    Matthew Harvey Sanders
    Matthew Harvey Sanders
    CEO
    Longbeard

    SPEAKERS

    Fr. Philip Larrey
    Fr. Philip Larrey
    Professor
    Boston College
    Taylor Black
    Taylor Black
    Principal Program Manager,
    Incubation Studio & Strategic
    Programs Team, Microsoft

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  2. AI: Why the Church may be key to saving civilization

    Thursday, Jun 12, 2025 | 1:00 p.m. EDT

    As AI becomes a dominant force in shaping global systems, it risks amplifying biases, ethical failures, and existential risks. This session explores how the Church, with its rich intellectual tradition and moral authority, could play a pivotal role in ensuring AI aligns with human dignity and the common good.

    Discussion Points:

    1. The moral and ethical crises AI could exacerbate.
    2. How Catholic social teaching offers a framework for ethical AI development.
    3. The Church’s responsibility:width: , in leading conversations about human dignity in the age of AI.
    4. Practical ways the Church can collaborate with AI developers and policymakers.

    HOSTED BY

    Matthew Harvey Sanders
    Matthew Harvey Sanders
    CEO
    Longbeard

    SPEAKERS

    Fr. Michael Baggot, LC
    Fr. Michael Baggot, LC
    Assistant Professor,
    Pontifical Athenaeum
    Regina Apostolorum
    Alessandro Di Santo
    Alessandro Di Santo
    Co-Founder
    Hallow

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  3. AI: How should the Church be leveraging AI?

    Thursday, Sep 11, 2025 | 1:00 p.m. EDT

    From enhancing education to supporting evangelization, AI offers opportunities for the Church to amplify its mission. This session focuses on practical ways AI can empower Church initiatives while maintaining fidelity to its values.

    Discussion Points:

    1. Examples of successful AI applications within Church contexts.
    2. Opportunities for AI in Catholic education, liturgy, and pastoral care.
    3. Challenges in adopting AI without compromising Church teachings.
    4. Building a Catholic AI ecosystem to support innovation and implementation.

    HOSTED BY

    Matthew Harvey Sanders
    Matthew Harvey Sanders
    CEO
    Longbeard

    SPEAKERS

    Ryan Scheel
    Ryan Scheel
    COO
    Fuzati
    Emily Mentock
    Emily Mentock
    Co-Founder
    Real + True

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  4. AI: Should AI have a place in my faith journey?

    Thursday, Dec 11, 2025 | 1:00 p.m. EST

    AI is not just transforming society but also personal experiences of faith and spirituality. This webinar explores whether and how AI can play a role in fostering deeper connections with God, building community, and understanding Church teachings.

    Discussion Points:

    1. The role of AI in supporting personal spiritual growth.
    2. Ethical boundaries in using AI as a tool for faith.
    3. Risks of over-reliance on AI in spiritual matters.
    4. Personal testimonies: how Catholics are engaging with AI in their faith journey.

    HOSTED BY

    Matthew Harvey Sanders
    Matthew Harvey Sanders
    CEO
    Longbeard

    SPEAKERS

    Fr. Stephen Wang (Moderator)
    Fr. Stephen Wang (Moderator)
    Rector
    Venerable English College
    Sean Graber
    Sean Graber
    Chief Digital Officer
    EWTN

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