Dear Sisters and Brothers in Christ,
As you know, Pope Leo XIV has recently published his first encyclical, “Magnifica Humanitas.” Many people throughout the world are eager to read and understand what he wishes to teach both the Catholic faithful and all people of goodwill. As Catholics, we recognize that the Church has always spoken clearly about the dignity of the human person because we believe that every person is created in the image and likeness of God.
This encyclical addresses the intersection of human dignity and the rapidly developing age of artificial intelligence (AI). Drawing upon Sacred Scripture and the rich tradition of Catholic social teaching, Pope Leo offers a thoughtful reflection on the opportunities and challenges presented by these new technologies.
I would like to share a few reflections that emerged for me while reading the document.
No matter how we view it, artificial intelligence is not going away. It is here to stay. If that is the case, how should we understand ourselves in light of its growing presence?
AI is an algorithm-based technology that gathers and processes data to generate responses to human requests. Because of this, users must carefully discern whether the information provided is accurate,
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