3 Unexpected Ways Tech Could Revolutionize Catholicism in the Next 50 Years
Could a VR headset be all you need for your next pilgrimage?
On this episode of "The Catholic Talk Show," Ryan Scheel and Ryan DellaCrosse join Thaddeus Ruszkowski from Fuzati to discuss how technology like artificial intelligence, virtual reality, and augmented reality could change religion.
1. AI Transforming Bible Study and Theology
Imagine having a personal theologian at your fingertips—that’s what Ruszkowski and Fuzati are developing with AI.
“With more knowledge and understanding, we really believe that God can move anyone," Ruszkowski says. "It is on us to provide opportunities to till the soil of someone's soul and mind for good growth.”
An adaptive, powerful Bible could let you ask questions and respond instantly with what it says about that topic.
2. Journey to Holy Sites Through Virtual Reality
Can't make it to the Holy Land? Virtual reality might just bring these sacred sites to your living room.
"Imagine being there while Jesus is giving the Sermon on the Mount. That's the power of VR that's really going to give people inspiration," Scheel says.
This technology could allow Catholics to virtually visit holy sites and experience their faith in new ways from anywhere in the world.
3. Augmented Reality Bringing the Mass Closer
Would you wear augmented reality glasses at Mass?
Scheel explains that you could "have your glasses on and they help translate, and you can go into any church in the world and understand the Mass. Augmented reality is hearing the priest and understanding his sermon in real-time, walking past a church and knowing the Mass times."
This would make the Mass more accessible, especially for those traveling or in multilingual parishes.
The guys say technology might revolutionize how we experience and practice our faith!