Technology
Keeping Our Relationships Human
Pope Leo XIV and Elder Gerrit W. Gong insist that artificial intelligence must serve human dignity and sacred relationships.
Marianna Richardson
August 28, 2026
Pope Leo XIV and Elder Gerrit W. Gong insist that artificial intelligence must serve human dignity and sacred relationships.
AI can bless homes and classrooms, but children still need limits, human connection, and the discipline of hard work.
Faith leaders are bringing moral urgency to AI debates often led by technologists, executives, and governments.
Across traditions, AI ethics converge on a shared concern: technology must serve human beings, not replace them.
Church leaders warn that AI may amplify human gifts, but it must never become a substitute for divine inspiration.
Our phones offer escape, but discipleship calls us to stay present long enough to hear God and love people well.
Can convenience replace humanity? ‘The Extinction of Experience’ argues tech robs us of embodied, meaningful lives.
Why do AI companions pose a threat? They draw individuals into self-focused worlds, replacing genuine connection with emotional detachment.