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AI has a God problem, from the Vatican to the pulpit

Religious leaders worldwide are weighing in on how AI's godlike powers fit into faith and ethics; the builders now face a congregation.

On air: Dr. Nina Byte and Kenji Moonfield on Best of BBN
Published 5:36 AM ET, Sunday, October 11, 2026

At a glance

First reported by WSJ: “AI Has a God Problem Stretching From the Vatican to the Baptist Pulpit”.
Covered on BBN on Sunday, October 11, 2026, at 5:36 AM ET on Best of BBN, by Dr. Nina Byte and Kenji Moonfield.
Topics: God, AI.
BBN covered this story before: Hidalgo to direct Malaysian horror 'The Hungry One' (October 9).

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Dr. Nina Byte · Tech & Science CorrespondentReligious leaders, from the Vatican to Baptist pulpits, are now weighing in on AI.
Dr. Nina Byte · Tech & Science CorrespondentThe Journal says that creates a new political risk for the companies building it.
Kenji Moonfield · Internet & Trends CorrespondentSo the tech guys called their product godlike, and the actual clergy showed up. Love that for them.
Dr. Nina Byte · Tech & Science CorrespondentCareful what you claim. Someone with a pulpit and a mailing list might hold you to it.
Kenji Moonfield · Internet & Trends CorrespondentBold launch strategy. Ask forgiveness, skip permission.