Pope Leo XIV Jokes About AI's Slow Update on New Pope

A lighthearted moment during Pope Leo XIV's visit to Spain has revealed the pope's ability to poke fun at himself. During a lunch with Spanish bishops, the pope made a joke about artificial intelligence still thinking he is not in charge.

Pope Leo XIV used humor to break the ice before blessing the meal, saying that he had asked AI for advice on what to say to the Spanish bishops and was told 'Pope Francis would say...'. The pope then playfully intervened, pointing out that there is now a new pontiff. He quipped that AI eventually corrected itself, acknowledging Pope Leo XIV as the current leader.

The joke highlights the pope's ability to connect with people on an informal level while also showcasing his sense of humor. This lighthearted moment comes in contrast to the pope's more serious message about the importance of unity and communion within the Church.

Pope Leo XIV has been encouraging the proper use of artificial intelligence, including in his recent encyclical Magnifica Humanitas on the human person in the age of AI. He emphasized that technology should be used for good, such as to love people, accompany them, and serve others.

The pope's message about unity and communion is particularly relevant given the current polarized climate. He called on the Church to offer a witness to unity in diversity, highlighting the importance of being aware that the Church walks with the Lord as members of one body.

Pope Leo XIV also emphasized the role of bishops in promoting this sense of unity and communion. He encouraged them to safeguard unity, foster dialogue, heal divisions, and accompany the journey of those entrusted to their care.