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What should Catholics make of Crypto, blockchain, and the metaverse?
It’s coming. Let’s get ahead of it and start the conversation.
Now offering All-Access
What should Catholics make of Crypto, blockchain, and the metaverse?
It’s coming. Let’s get ahead of it and start the conversation.
Learn about the New Technologies of Cryptocurrency and Blockchain
Watch the Catholic/Crypto Conference at Your Own Pace
The Catholic/Crypto Conference was an extraordinary event.
More than 220 lay and religious leaders learned from technologists, finance and crypto professionals, theologians, philosophers and ministry and Church leaders.
Speakers and participants explored how the bold new technologies of cryptocurrency and blockchain could help the Church—and vice versa—as we all enter the new world of Web 3.0.
You can experience more than 40 thought-provoking and instructive sessions from the comfort of your home or office.
Who is this conference for?
The Crypto-curious
We’ve developed an entire track for those who are new to cryptocurrency and blockchain -- ideal for beginners!
Catholic Technologists
This movement requires Catholics with technical expertise to understand these new technologies and introduce them to the Church and ministries within it.
Catholic Crypto Enthusiasts
Hear from Catholic thought-leaders already immersed in the crypto and blockchain world, sharing their vision for the future and ways to better invest and leverage this tech today.
Catholic Leaders and Influencers
Join many Catholic ministry leaders as we all journey together in the discovery of these new technologies, and how they can be used for effective Catholic outreach.
Who is this conference for?
The Crypto-curious
We’ve developed an entire track for those who are new to cryptocurrency and blockchain -- ideal for beginners!
Catholic Technologists
This movement requires Catholics with technical expertise to understand these new technologies and introduce them to the Church and ministries within it.
Catholic Crypto Enthusiasts
Hear from Catholic thought-leaders already immersed in the crypto and blockchain world, sharing their vision for the future and ways to better invest and leverage this tech today.
Catholic Leaders and Influencers
Join many Catholic ministry leaders as we all journey together in the discovery of these new technologies, and how they can be used for effective Catholic outreach.
Catch All The Session Replays
More than 35 presenters will journey with you as you learn both the basics and more advanced ideas found within these new technologies.
For just $59, you’ll receive:
Seven presentations on the introductory basics of cryptocurrency and blockchain technology.
You’ll also learn about Web 3.0, Bitcoin, NFTs, “smart contracts”, decentralized finance (DeFi), and more
More than 40 overall presentations from 35 professionals from the fields of technology, crypto, finance, Catholic philosophy and theology, and pastoral ministry.
Most presentations are 30 minutes or less, and many include Q&A sessions.
Companion visuals and PowerPoint presentations.
Practical ideas on how our Church and ministries might use these new technologies.
Catch All The Session Replays
More than 35 presenters will journey with you as you learn both the basics and more advanced ideas found within these new technologies.
For just $59, you’ll receive:
Seven presentations on the introductory basics of cryptocurrency and blockchain technology.
You’ll also learn about Web 3.0, Bitcoin, NFTs, “smart contracts”, decentralized finance (DeFi), and more
More than 40 overall presentations from 35 professionals from the fields of technology, crypto, finance, Catholic philosophy and theology, and pastoral ministry.
Most presentations are 30 minutes or less, and many include Q&A sessions.
Companion visuals and PowerPoint presentations.
Practical ideas on how our Church and ministries might use these new technologies.
Curious about some of the discussions?
Catch a few Teasers for this conference
Why Resting on Sunday Leads to Thriving - Kelly Anderson Preview
In this preview to her conference talk, “Sabbath Rest as a Key to Human Flourishing,” Dr. Anderson explains that God calls us to a weekly sabbath—a break from life’s toils to free us from self-imposed slavery. This call to sabbath requires trust in God and his grace, which he gives freely.
New Technologies Can Help the Church Solve Problems - Eddie Cullen & Karl Kilb Preview
The founders of the Catholic crypto initiative, Crescite, Karl and Eddie explain that technology’s purpose is to help us solve problems and that these new technologies offer unique accountability and transparency, two blessings for the Church and humanity.
What is Bitcoin and Why is it Important? -Lisa Houghs Preview
Bitcoin has grown from a most unique vision to a worldwide phenomenon that has the potential to alter the very foundation of money, economic freedom, and humanitarian and social justice efforts. In this conference preview, bitcoin advocate Lisa Hough explains why bitcoin is unlike any former form of economic value in history, in its ability to preserve wealth over generations.
Is the Church more socialist or capitalistic? - Stephen Barrows Preview
Cryptocurrency, using blockchain technology, materialized largely because of a desire for economic freedom from traditional banking and a more efficient peer-to-peer exchange of value. The 2008 economic recession highlighted banking’s instability, spawning much…
The Parable of the Talents, Technological Innovation, and Forward Catholic Thinking -Mark W. Yusko
Acclaimed investor and new technology advocate Mark Yusko explains “the time is now” for Catholic leaders to boldly explore the new technologies of blockchain and crypto. Mark compares current technological opportunities with the parable of the talents, explaining that Catholic leaders and all fiduciaries are charged with bearing fruit.
What are cryptocurrency, blockchain, smart contracts, and DeFi? - Xavier Ducuyper Preview
In this five-minute preview overview, Xavier Ducuyper, of the YouTube channel “Simply Explained”, gives a brief but clear explanation on what cryptocurrencies are, what a blockchain is, what smart contracts do, what decentralized finance (DeFi) is, and how each of these can be used.
Seven New Technologies Catholics Should Harness to Promote the Gospel and Common Good -Rich Napoli
n this conference preview, Matt Pinto speaks to technologist (and Catholic deacon) Rich Napoli. Rich was the CEO of a 1,200+ person tech company. These seven technologies are converging in business and the culture right now, and will be transformative. Can they be used by Catholic parishes and ministries for the proclamation of the Gospel, to ultimately serve the Common Good? Absolutely.
Relevant Radio Interviews Matt Pinto on Cryptocurrency's Role in the Catholic Church
John Harper of the Drew Mariani show hosts Matt Pinto, creator of the first ever Catholic Crypto Conference in Philadelphia, November 2022. Matt Pinto discusses what we all need to know about crypto – what are blockchain technologies and what opportunities or challenges do they present? How should Catholics and the Church position themselves on the issues of crypto, blockchain, Web 3.0, and the metaverse? Are there ways to leverage these new technologies for the common good?
The Metaverse and Catholics – Should Technologists also be Philosophers? Kailash Duraiswami Preview
In this segment, Matt Pinto speaks to technologist and Catholic convert, Kailash Duraiswami, on how Catholics should consider and approach a brave new world where human “communion” could be diminished by an augmented reality.
Want to explore all the talks from the conference?
Click below to download the program booklet.
Want to explore all the talks from the conference?
Click below to download the program booklet.
QUESTIONS?
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Here are a few of our frequently asked questions:
Your ticket gives you lifetime access to the conference replays.
There is no need to have any knowledge of these new technologies. In fact, we have a whole track called New to Crypto that is dedicated to helping the Crypto-curious cut their teeth as the get started learning about these new technologies.
You do not. We will be discussing the implications of this technology with specific considerations to Catholic moral teaching and the organizational church, but much of the discussions are still very relevant to other faith traditions.
As a partnered conference, this virtual conference is not included in our VCC backstage Pass membership. Discounts may be available to VCC backstage pass members for select partner conferences. Stay tuned for discount notifications from the VCC team or Backstage Pass members can inquire at support@virtualcatholicconference.com.
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