An Inquiry: Emerging Technologies and Their Role in the Surge of Christian Nationalism With Insights and Warnings from Thomas Merton, Marshall McLuhan and Jacques Ellul Dominican University Palmer Hall March 22, 2025 Father of Media Studies Marshall McLuhan, philosopher of technology Jacques Ellul, and Trappist monk and theologian Thomas Merton wrote presciently about the benefits and... Continue Reading →
Scribes, Labor, and Technology
Today is Labor Day in the US. On this day, we reflect on the great strides men and women have taken throughout history to protect workers and bring about social reform and justice in the marketplace. In the Eastern Rites, it is the liturgical New Year. Glory to Jesus Christ! In Matthew 22:35-46, Jesus responds... Continue Reading →
Good Vibes, Good News, Good Future
In Joseph Cardinal Cardijn's life and work, those inspired by his mission and message understood that the followers of Jesus had "Good Vibes" about doing what was suitable for people. His good vibes attracted good lives for many working people. Our work, guided by the message of Jesus as the "Good News," always employs the See-Judge-Act method. This... Continue Reading →
See-Judge-Act: what is Techno-Theology?
I In this era of rapid technological advancement, we are witnessing a transformative shift in society and culture. Just as the Agricultural and Industrial revolutions reshaped the world, technology alters how we think about and practice religion. Look at Jesus's parables. We see the cause/effect of the agricultural revolution on the people of the 1st... Continue Reading →
Emerging Technology, What is the Goal?
As we enter the world of autonomous technology, the book “The Goal: A Process of Ongoing Improvement” by Eli Goldratt should inspire us to think about how to manage the change we are experiencing, what to change for the greater good of all humans, and how to make the change happen. "The Goal: A Process... Continue Reading →
Two Faces Have I…Says AI.
Two Faces Have I...Says AI. My new presentation/keynote will start this Fall. I was starting to get a little bored with my current AI presentation, and I think the world has a basic understanding of what AI is as we evolve into the autonomous revolution. But people wonder how we know good from bad, strong... Continue Reading →
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