WCC central committee moderator addresses human dignity and artificial intelligence
WCC central committee moderator addresses human dignity and artificial intelligence
Publish Date: 2026-06-08 09:57:00
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- Bedford-Strohm emphasizes the importance of ecumenical witness to uphold the God-given dignity of all humans and the responsibility of governments to respect this dignity.
- He warns against the misuse of Christian religion to support political actions that contradict biblical values.
- Bedford-Strohm discusses the rise of data corporations that have monopolistic control over communication and knowledge, influencing various sectors of economy and society.
- He reflects on artificial intelligence (AI) and the need to responsibly shape its development to maximize its life-affirming potential and minimize risks.
- Bedford-Strohm calls for a global civil society discussion on rules governing the ethical use of AI due to its rapid development outpacing established guidelines.
- The WCC executive committee is set to convene online to review activities and financial results, and to consider new structures for delivering work.
- The meeting will address significant issues at a time of transformation and technological advancements.
