Pope Leo XIV approved the creation of a Vatican commission on artificial intelligence (AI), made up of members from various dicasteries, to coordinate projects and establish policies for internal use of the tool. Canadian Cardinal Michael Czerny, prefect of the Dicastery for Promoting Integral Human Development, was appointed responsible for the initiative.
In Paraguay, Cardinal Adalberto Martínez, Archbishop of Asunción, and Bishop Ricardo Valenzuela of Caacupé, echoed the announcement during Sunday homilies. Martínez highlighted that AI can assist in communicative tasks but warned that its thoughtless use could weaken critical and reflective capacity. Valenzuela also emphasized the risks of irresponsible adoption.
Salesian priest Samuel González, Communications Delegate of the Salesian Congregation of Paraguay and active on social media, shared his experience with AI. He explained that since the pontificate of Francis, the Church has sought to discern how to work with new technologies without losing the quality of human contact. González coordinates the official accounts of the Salesians and maintains the website “Semilla de Mostaza”.
The motto of the 2026 World Communications Day, “Guarding the human face,” reflects this concern. According to González, the Church has adopted the so-called “digital mission,” treating the digital world as a new continent to be evangelized. He emphasizes that the intention is not to fear or reject technology, but to use it with creativity and critical thinking, maintaining closeness with the faithful.