Tuesday, September 23, 2025

Announcing the 2025 RNS Symposium

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This is a logo of the 2025 RNS Symposium: "God, Government and the Algorithm: The New Rules of Belief and Power.”

Oct. 22, 2025 9 a.m.-4 p.mET

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Today, religion and politics intersect in everyday life, including education, immigration and the social safety net. Meanwhile, algorithm-driven feeds shape what people see and which voices are heard.


This is the backdrop for our upcoming symposium: “GodGovernment and the AlgorithmThe New Rules of Belief and Power.”


On Wednesday, Oct. 22, I invite you to join us online for a day of bold, thought-provoking conversations about the future of religion in American life. This year’s event will convene journalists, scholars, activists and spiritual leaders for a small in-person gathering in New York, while inviting people everywhere to tune in online for the full livestream.


Togetherwe will ask: Who holds moral authority in a digital age? How are faith leaders responding to political polarization — and being drawn into it? What does it mean to believe, to belong or to lead in an era of algorithmic influence?


Were sharing this with you before our public announcement because thoughtful readers like you are what make the RNS community special. Register today to secure your livestream access and receive updates as sessions are announced.


I’m grateful we can hold this space for shared reflection, and I hope you’ll be part of it.


Sincerely,

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