The Holy Post 669: From Common Good to Culture War—Lessons from the Q Conference with Katelyn Beaty
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May 14, 2025 
Katelyn Beaty, a journalist and cultural observer, returns to discuss the evolution of the Q Conference. She highlights its shift from promoting the common good to embracing culture war themes, revealing deeper changes within American evangelicalism. The conversation also touches on the new American Pope, Cardinal Robert Prevost, and the reactions to his leadership. With a mix of humor and thoughtful reflection, they explore broader societal issues, including refugee policies and the challenges faced by Christians in today's cultural landscape.
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Q Conference Origins
- The Q Conference started as a TED-style, non-flashy Christian event to inspire cultural engagement.
- It attracted leaders from various fields expressing faith while working for the common good.
Q Shift Mirrors Evangelical Change
- Since 2020, the Q Conference shifted from hopeful cultural engagement to a culture war focus.
- This change mirrors broader ideological shifts within American evangelicalism.
Conferences Define Evangelical Identity
- Evangelical conferences serve as identity anchors amid dispersed theological diversity.
- Q differs from conferences like Catalyst by not centering celebrity or a single leader, giving a broader evangelical platform.
