The Catholic
AI Summit
2027
March 19–20, 2027
Duquesne Club
Pittsburgh, PA
Presented by New Polity
Two days to tackle the controversies and promises of artificial intelligence, in prayer, discussion, and furious debate.
“I encourage all members of the Church not to be afraid of the present challenges, but to listen to one another and firmly embrace their responsibilities in building a more humane and fraternal society.”
Pope Leo XIV, Magnifica Humanitas
AI has the potential to massively centralize power in the hands of a few, reduce the scope of human freedom, and produce the illusion that humanity could and even should be surpassed and replaced.
Unprecedented resources, economic, environmental, and spiritual, are being poured into the construction of AI systems without the agreement or participation of those who stand to be most affected by these systems.
The problems we face today require novel thinking—drawn from the Christian tradition—and practicable actions for Christians to take in the world.
That’s where the Catholic AI Summit comes in.
Two Days.
One Crucial Conversation.
At the Catholic AI Summit, educators, philosophers, theologians, businessmen, and leaders from the Catholic world will gather to debate, discuss, and discern a path forward in light of our current AI moment. Thematic keynote addresses and breakaway presentations set the tone, with plenty of space allotted for attendees to meet and discuss these relevant issues, from Friday breakfast to our closing dinner.
Summit Location
The Catholic AI Summit is being held at the historic Duquesne Club in the heart of downtown Pittsburgh, a 27 minute drive from Pittsburgh International Airport. Explore the region with our event map.
Schedule
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8.00a | Doors Open, Breakfast is Served
8.45a | Morning Prayer
9.00a-10.00a | Welcome
10.30-12.00p | Concurrent Sessions
12.00p-1.30p | Lunch
1.30p-3.00p | Concurrent Sessions
3.30p-5.00p | Debate: Should Catholics Use Chatbots? Marc Barnes, Matthew Harvey Sanders (tentative title)
5.00p-5:15p | Evening Prayer
8.00p | Social
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8.00a | Doors Open, Breakfast is Served
8.45a | Morning Prayer
9.00a-10.00a | Keynote: Politics and AI, Andrew Willard Jones
10.30a-12.00p | Concurrent Sessions
12.00p-1.30p | Lunch
1.30p-3.00p | Concurrent Sessions
3.30p-5.00p | Keynote: DC Schindler
5.00p-5.15p | Evening Prayer
6.00p | Closing Dinner
Our Speakers
DC Schindler
Professor of Metaphysics and Anthropology at the John Paul II Institute, author of numerous books, including The Politics of the Real.
Andrew Willard Jones
Historian, theologian, provost at the College of St. Joseph the worker. Author of several books on political theology, including Before Church and State.
Marc Barnes
Author, editor of New Polity magazine, professor at the College of St. Joseph the Worker.
Matthew Harvey Sanders
Founder and CEO of Longbeard, the company behind Magisterium AI and Vulgate AI. CEO of the Humanity 2.0 Foundation.
Mark Shiffman
Professor of Philosopy at St. Patrick’s Seminary in Menlo Park, CA. Founding Director of the Institute for Philosophy, Technology, and Politics.
LM Sacasas
Author, independent scholar, publisher of The Convivial Society, a newsletter exploring the relationship between technology and culture.
Talbot Brewer
Professor of Philosophy at the University of Virginia. Author of numerous articles and books, including The Retrieval of Ethics.
Rachel Coleman
Associate professor of theology at Assumption University.
…and many more!
Single Ticket
$1200
What You Get:
Full access to event programming at the beautiful Duquesne Club, including:
All keynote addresses and breakout sessions
A moderated debate, featuring New Polity’s Marc Barnes and Matthew Harvey Sanders, CEO of Longbeard
2 breakfasts, 2 lunches, a cocktail hour, and a spot at the closing dinner
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Group Discount
$5500
$1200 $1100 Ă—5
What You Get:
Full access to event programming at the beautiful Duquesne Club, including:
All keynote addresses and breakout sessions
A moderated debate, featuring New Polity’s Marc Barnes and Matthew Harvey Sanders, CEO of Longbeard
2 breakfasts, 2 lunches, and a cocktail hour
A table at the closing dinner
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For discounts concerning larger groups, please reach out to cs@newpolity.com
FAQs
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Your registration covers full access to the event programming, with most meals covered. Please consult the schedule for details. Lodging is not included.
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Registration closes Friday, March 5th.
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Tickets are transferrable with prior approval. Please contact cs@newpolity.com for requests.
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We welcome clergy and religious at our events, and are happy to offer a discount. If you’re a religious that has taken a vow of poverty, contact cs@newpolity.com.
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Please reach out to cs@newpolity.com.