Healthcare cannot move at the speed of paper while the rest of life moves at the speed of software. Patients book rides from a phone, track sleep from a watch, receive lab results through a portal, and ask health questions before they ever enter a clinic. The gap between daily technology and clinical care is no longer a small inconvenience. It shapes access, safety, trust, and outcomes. Yet healthcare should not chase every new tool simply because it is new. The goal is not to make care feel...

AI is already changing healthcare, even while many communities are still learning what it is, what it can do, and where it can cause harm. A patient may meet AI through a symptom checker, a hospital may use it to help flag high-risk cases, and a community health program may use it to find gaps in care. These tools can save time, reduce workload, and help people get support sooner. But healthcare is not a normal technology market. A confusing recommendation, biased model, missing safeguard, or...

Isolation and depression among older adults have become pressing issues in many communities. These challenges affect not only the individuals but also their families and the wider society. Churches have a unique opportunity to address these problems by creating supportive environments that foster connection, purpose, and hope. On June 18, 2026 a special event in the Lunda Room at Marquette University will share important research findings on this topic, highlighting how faith communities can...