New Polity Christianity Against the Technocratic Paradigm
Oct 28, 2025
Dive into a thought-provoking discussion on AI and its intersection with Christian values and technocracy. Experts explore the Church's perspective on technology's impact on humanity. They critique the notion of AI neutrality and advocate for purposeful technological design aimed at the common good. The dangers of rapid tech adoption and the implications of a mechanistic worldview are addressed. The conversation culminates in a call for Christians to reclaim agency in shaping a future that prioritizes human flourishing over mere efficiency.
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Technocracy Replaces Ideology
- Paul VI and later Pope Francis identify a shift from political ideologies to a universal technocracy that governs by power rather than ends.
- The technocratic paradigm treats technology as neutral raw power, reshaping society without asking what serves the common good.
Technocratic Paradigm Hides Its Ends
- Pope Francis defines a technocratic paradigm as an epistemic way of viewing man and society that elevates technical power as the highest good.
- That paradigm hides its own ends and pushes consequences to a future problem for others to solve.
Intervene During Design, Not Just Use
- Christians should engage at the design phase and question whether we should build particular technologies at all.
- Ask before making: "Should we make this thing?" and evaluate its impact on the common good.
