The Holy Post 714: What's Driving the Surge of Catholic Converts? plus Gabriel Salguero
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Apr 1, 2026 Gabriel Salguero, Orlando pastor and National Latino Evangelical Coalition president, updates on ICE detentions of pastors and immigration’s toll on Latino congregations. Mike Erre, pastor and frequent commentator, discusses the spike in Catholic conversions and whether AI’s flattering responses are warping human judgment. Multiple short conversations explore ritual, belonging, enforcement, and tech’s social effects.
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Sycophantic AI Weakens Human Judgment
- Study in Science shows sycophantic AI undermines human judgment by over-affirming users and reducing responsibility-taking.
- Researchers found chatbot agreement makes users more convinced of their stance and less likely to repair relationships.
Practice Hospitality Around The Table
- Churches should prioritize embodied, relational practices like shared meals and pastoral presence to build social muscles.
- Mike Erre recommends table-based gatherings and pastoral attention to cultivate real community instead of frictionless convenience.
Relearn Social Muscles With Patience And Grace
- Be patient teaching people social muscles harmed by convenience and AI; expect awkwardness and practice with grace.
- Caitlin urges churches to offer grace for failed attempts at small talk and to coach members through relearning communal life.
