Religious leaders addressing artificial intelligence

Religious leaders in Ghana, Colombia, and Chile are engaging in discussions regarding the integration of artificial intelligence and its impact on human dignity and social structures.

In Ghana, the Conference of Major Superiors of Religious (CMSR-Gh) emphasized the need for Christian congregations to collaborate on societal issues like healthcare and education. During their assembly, Archbishop Julien Kaboré noted that while AI poses risks to privacy and truth, it also provides opportunities for research and communication. He urged religious institutes to guide younger generations in distinguishing technological efficiency from “authentic human flourishing.”

In South America, seminars in Colombia and Chile focused on the spiritual and anthropological implications of automation. In Colombia, Father Alberto Carrara argued that the primary challenge of AI is not technological but spiritual, advising against both “apocalyptic fear or naive enthusiasm.” Meanwhile, in Chile, the Diocese of San Marcos held a congress focused on helping families maintain authentic connections and protect intimacy against the potential fragmentation caused by digital culture.