What we know so far
Pope Leo XIV signed his first encyclical on May 15, 2026. The Vatican is expected to release the full text by the end of May 2026. This will be the first papal encyclical dedicated to artificial intelligence.
This page will be updated with full analysis the moment the text is released, including:
- The full text and our annotated summary
- The key teachings and how they relate to Rerum Novarum and Antiqua et Nova
- Practical implications for Catholic institutions, educators, and AI practitioners
In the meantime, the most comprehensive guide to what Pope Leo XIV has said about AI so far is here: