Pope Leo's Call to Use AI With Caution: Kenny Jahng Featured on AOL

TL;DR

AOL featured a story on Pope Leo's new letter on AI, and the story opens with my photo. The reporter asked me to react to Magnifica Humanitas. I called it the most significant statement on technology the Catholic Church has ever issued.

What the story covers

Pope Leo released Magnifica Humanitas, a 43,000-word letter warning that AI could make society "less human." He called for stronger rules on the technology.

The story also cites the 2026 State of AI in the Church survey. It found 93.5% of pastors engage with AI, and 64% use it for sermon prep.

What I told the reporter

"This is the most significant statement on technology the Catholic Church has ever issued."

"I believe it will be a very helpful framework for every church leader, regardless of denomination, to inform a technological roadmap for navigating AI that is grounded in centuries of Biblical teaching."

I also said every church using AI needs a policy for it.

My advice to pastors is to treat AI tools like a smart new intern.

"They are smart, they read the theology, but they don't understand the nuances of your church. So while your intern can research your homily, you would never outsource your leadership to them."

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