BRUSSELS — Catholic bishops representing member states across the European Union have formally called for artificial intelligence technologies to remain dedicated to serving the human person, according to a declaration released by the Commission of the Bishops' Conferences of the European Union (COMECE).
The statement was adopted during the COMECE Assembly, where church leaders gathered to address ethical considerations surrounding digital transformation and the rapid advancement of automated systems across Europe.
Focus on Human Dignity in Technology
According to reporting by The Catholic Church in the European Union, the bishops emphasized that technological progress must prioritize the protection of individual dignity and the common good. The assembly's declaration outlines a vision where emerging algorithmic tools, automated decision-making platforms, and artificial intelligence systems are guided by robust ethical frameworks rather than purely economic or technical metrics.
The leadership body stressed that technological developments should support societal flourishing and reinforce core human values across member nations.
Policy Engagement Across the European Union
COMECE regularly monitors and engages with European Union policy initiatives, offering pastoral and ethical perspectives on major legislative matters. The assembly's declaration on artificial intelligence aligns with ongoing debates within European institutions regarding tech governance, regulatory standards, and digital rights.
By issuing the formal statement, the bishops urged European policymakers, developers, and civic stakeholders to maintain vigilance, ensuring that human agency and ethical integrity remain central as artificial intelligence systems continue to expand into public administration, the labor market, and daily community life.
