A free virtual summit on using AI responsibly, practically, and faithfully in Catholic development work.
AI is already changing the way organizations communicate, plan, and work. For Catholic fundraisers and ministry leaders, the question is not simply “Can we use AI?” The better question is, “How can we use it responsibly in service of the mission?”
Join Petrus Development for a free virtual summit designed to help Catholic leaders think clearly about AI, understand its possibilities and limits, and apply it to real fundraising work without losing sight of the human relationships at the heart of development.
Wednesday, July 15, 2026
11:00am–2:00pm CST
Virtual Event
Free Registration
What You’ll Learn
During this summit, we will explore how Catholic organizations can approach AI with both confidence and caution.
You will learn:
- How Catholic teaching can guide responsible AI use
- What AI can and cannot replace in fundraising
- How to collaborate with AI without handing over human judgment
- Practical ways to use AI for planning, writing, project management, and donor preparation
- How Catholic fundraisers can save time while keeping relationships at the center
Three Practical Sessions:
The Catholic Response to AI
A moderated panel discussion on AI, Catholic teaching, human dignity, and responsible use in ministry and fundraising based on Pope Leo XIV's new encyclical Magnifica Humanitas.
Collaborating With AI for Fundraising
A practical session showing how AI can support real development work, including project management, annual fund planning, and major gift preparation.
Live Q&A
Bring your questions about AI, Catholic fundraising, donor communication, ethics, implementation, and practical use cases.
Call to Action
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Call To ActionWho Should Attend?
This summit is designed for Catholic leaders who want to understand AI without getting swept up in hype or fear.
It is especially helpful for:
- Development directors
- Executive directors
- Advancement teams
- Campus ministry leaders
- Parish, school, and diocesan staff
- Catholic nonprofit leaders
- Fundraisers who feel stretched thin and need practical support
Why Petrus?
Petrus works with Catholic organizations every day to strengthen fundraising, build better donor relationships, and form confident development leaders. This summit brings that same practical, mission-centered approach to one of the biggest questions facing Catholic organizations today.
AI should not replace the human work of fundraising. It can, however, help fundraisers spend less time staring at a blank page, chasing scattered tasks, or reinventing the wheel, and more time building relationships, inviting generosity, and serving the mission.
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Register for Free
Join us on Wednesday, July 15 for a practical conversation about AI, Catholic fundraising, and responsible innovation.
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