“The Church’s Social Doctrine is born from the encounter between the eternal truth of the Gospel and the questions of history. It allows itself to be challenged by the signs of the times, and draws nourishment from the contributions of science, culture and human experience.” Magnifica Humanitas 17
Magnifica Humanitas is the Encyclical of Pope Leo XIV on safeguarding the human person in the time of artificial intelligence.
“I invite all members of the Church and of the human family: let us learn to listen to one another, face the present challenges with courage, and cooperate in building a more human and fraternal society. […] Please take with you a commitment to stay awake and, as ‘artisans of hope’, to keep on building the worksite of our time. May the Spirit of the Risen Lord Jesus sustain our work together.”
Lord, we thank you for the “magnificent humanity” you have given us.
Give us eyes to see, in this time of great machines,
the splendor of the face of your Son who became flesh.
Teach us not to fear the construction site of history,
but to inhabit it with the wisdom of those who build communion.
Dispel from us the pride of Babel and help us always seek what unites us.
Transform our hands into instruments of justice, so that our earth may become a common home where love, truth, and peace can meet.
Amen.
From the Pastoral Kit to accompany Magnifica Humanis
The Pastoral Kit document contains summaries, reflections, prayers, and activities for adults and children for each of the chapters of the encyclical.
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