‘The brain needs to be used’: Pope Leo warns priests over use of AI for writing sermons

Pope Leo XIV, the leader of the Roman Catholic Church, warned priests against the temptation to use artificial intelligence for preparing homilies or seeking validation on social media platforms like TikTok. Speaking to clergy from the Diocese of Rome, he analogized the brain to a muscle, stating it must be used or it will die, emphasizing that intelligence needs exercise. He asserted that a true homily involves sharing faith, something AI can never accomplish. The Pope also cautioned against seeking online validation through "likes" and "followers," urging priests instead to offer services inculturated in their local parishes where people can witness their faith and experience of knowing Jesus Christ. He concluded by stressing the importance of an authentic pastoral life rooted in a meaningful "life of prayer."

(Source：Firstpost)