June 8, 2026
(The Atlantic) – As the AI boom has exploded, Silicon Valley has looked to philosophers to help the industry build what are, at least in theory, more virtuous machines. AI companies have to make all kinds of difficult decisions about … Read More
June 5, 2026
(RNS) – “It’s a little surprising, but I don’t think it’s unexpected,” he told Religion News Service this week. “The Vatican has been cultivating relationships with the tech community for about 10 years.” Green would know. As a leading tech … Read More
June 4, 2026
(The Free Press) – The work of building frontier AI has brought us to the edge of where He might be. I am thoroughly enmeshed in this world. I have been in San Francisco about four years; I work at … Read More
June 3, 2026
(CT) – Hormone supplements are trendy but often not medically necessary. Even as our bodies weaken and age, we can grow in spiritual strength. Testosterone replacement therapy (TRT) is getting trendier—more and more men are using it, sometimes without even checking … Read More
June 2, 2026
(WSJ) – In an age of artificial intelligence, which voice of authority carries more weight? A priest who’s advised the Vatican weighs in. The Catholic Church does not see artificial intelligence as a threat to faith. A chatbot will not … Read More
May 28, 2026
(ABC News) – In place of the quest to create artificial intelligences that can surpass human cognition and drive a technological revolution, Leo has written a hymn to the grandeur of human limitation. His dire assessment of the dehumanising “technocratic … Read More
May 27, 2026
(Wired) – In Magnifica Humanitas, the Pope decries the concentration of technological power in a few global players. An algorithm decides what we see, another filters what we read, and still others enter into the processes that govern work, information, … Read More
May 27, 2026
(Vatican News) – Marking the 135th anniversary of Rerum novarum, Pope Leo XIV releases his first encyclical, entitled ‘Magnifica humanitas: On Safeguarding the Human Person in the Time of Artificial Intelligence.’ He appeals for the safeguarding of humanity, promotion of … Read More
May 27, 2026
(The New Atlantis) – Since the beginning of his papacy a year ago, Pope Leo XIV has held out the promise of offering the world some much-needed wisdom on living well with technology. His very choice of name hearkened back … Read More
May 21, 2026
(Cover Media via Yahoo!) – Pope Leo XIV has announced the creation of a Vatican commission dedicated to artificial intelligence and its impact on society. (Watch Here)
May 12, 2026
(AP) – “It’s too morally problematic,” Gordon thought. “I don’t know where you draw the line.” In 2018, his wife pushed him to change how he practiced. They both believed in the sanctity of embryos as part of their Christian … Read More
April 14, 2026
(WaPo) – The artificial intelligence company asked religious leaders for guidance on building a moral chatbot. Anthropic, an artificial intelligence company valued at $380 billion, can take its pick of Silicon Valley talent thanks to the success of its chatbot, … Read More
April 3, 2026
(Conversing Podcast) – We might be living through the most consequential technological moment in human history. In this episode, Greg Cootsona—theologian, pastor, and executive director of AI and Faith—joins Mark Labberton reflect on a lifetime’s convergence of work in faith, … Read More
March 25, 2026
(CT) – Supplements and other wellness products do big business on social media, and even Scripture can be turned into marketing language. Energy drinks are an $80 billion dollar business. Praise Energy is an example of the “wellness washing” of … Read More
March 9, 2026
(CT) – Counseling women through infertility and other medical issues may feel awkward. Church leaders have an obligation to do it anyway. Callie Trombley remembers the first time she considered the spiritual significance of her body. Her mom brought it … Read More
March 4, 2026
(Reuters via Yahoo!) – Jesus will still love you as you age, even if you have a few wrinkles on your face, according to a Vatican document issued on Wednesday. In a new text approved by Pope Leo, a top … Read More
February 16, 2026
(CT) – Our culture idolizes independence and self-sufficiency to the point that people fear dependence on others more than almost anything else. The feeling of “being a burden” and a pervasive sense of loneliness are major reasons people seek euthanasia. … Read More
February 6, 2026
(CT) – A reader of my newsletter asked me if he might be going to hell. Actually, the reader’s question was quite a bit more nuanced. He’s a Christian, a committed follower of Jesus. He’s also suffering from a debilitating, … Read More
January 26, 2026
(CNN) – Beware of the AI chatbot that becomes more than just a friend, or worse, an emotional crutch. Pope Leo XIV has warned about overly “affectionate” chatbots, urging regulation to prevent humans from forming serious emotional bonds with their … Read More
January 5, 2026
(Church Leaders) – An Atlanta church is celebrating the holiday season with generosity by eliminating an estimated $1.5 million in medical debt for more than 1,000 Atlanta residents. Pastor Mark Moore of Spirit and Truth Church said that “the timing … Read More
December 31, 2025
(NPR) – Over time, that “death anxiety” transformed into something else: an appreciation for the present moment, says Park, who often writes about this topic on his Instagram. “When death is on the forefront of your mind, it’s almost like … Read More
December 26, 2025
(AP) – Pope Leo XIV said Tuesday he was “very disappointed” that his home state of Illinois had approved a law allowing for medically assisted suicide, and he called for greater respect of life. Leo said he had spoken “explicitly” … Read More
December 15, 2025
(Axios) – Churches across the U.S. and abroad are quietly experimenting with AI-generated Christmas content, from Nativity visuals and kids’ lessons to full Christmas Eve sermons. Why it matters: Christmas services draw some of the year’s largest crowds, and churches’ … Read More
November 26, 2025
(The Hill) – Solomon Ray became the top artist on the iTunes Top 100 Christian and gospel albums chart last week. But there’s something that may bother you about the Christian artist: He is not human. According to Christianity Today, … Read More
November 25, 2025
(Techradar) – AI is becoming a source of comfort, meaning, and guidance – and religions are taking notice We know people treat ChatGPT as a therapist, friend, business partner and even lover. But some are now turning to it for … Read More
