Since 1981, Medjugorje has developed into a globally renowned place of prayer and spirituality. In an effort to share this experience with others, the organization of the Medjugorje IT Conference (ITM) is planned, providing an opportunity for spiritual growth and networking with people in the IT sector. In the IT sector, often driven by commercial applications and mainstream projects, it's rare to find content that aligns with the deep spiritual interests of software engineers.
"Pope Francis encourages us to use technology in spreading evangelization when he says: 'The Church's mission needs to adapt to the times and use the modern means that technology makes available to us. It's about entering modern areas of proclaiming mercy and God's goodness. We need to use these means, especially the internet, without becoming slaves to them. We must avoid becoming hostages of the network and instead, fish for souls, that is, attract souls to the Lord.'"
Inspired by the Pope's words, software engineers and tech professionals are invited to the conference who wish to apply their skills, abilities, and expertise in projects related to the intersection of the technological world and spirituality, as well as in spreading evangelization. "No matter how difficult the situation, sometimes it really seems that there is no place for the evangelical message. We must not give up on implementing what is essential in our Christian life, and that is evangelization," says Pope Francis.
The objectives of this project are infused with the spirituality of Medjugorje:
- To further integrate the spirituality of Medjugorje as a global phenomenon into the lives of individuals.
- To address questions of how to live as believers in the digital world without losing one's own Christian identity.
- Bridging technology and spirituality: engaging in dynamic discussions and creating connections between individuals who share a love for the Catholic faith and technology, with the aim of exploring new boundaries and collaboration.
You are invited to register for the conference via the following link: Conference Registration. The number of seats is limited, so it is encouraged to register early and reserve your spot on this digital-spiritual pilgrimage starting on March 7th and ending on March 10th, 2024, in Medjugorje.
*The text was translated by artificial intelligence.
