Scientists, scholars and Catholic professionals gathered at the St. Thomas Merton Institute near Columbia University for the annual Gold Mass and Lecture hosted by the Society of Catholic Scientists.
The event highlighted the harmony of faith and scientific inquiry, with this year’s featured lecture focusing on human dignity and the ethical use of artificial intelligence. Speakers reflected on how emerging technologies can serve the common good when rooted in respect for the human person.
The conversation connected to recent remarks by Pope Leo XIV in Rome this week about AI in medicine and to ongoing guidance from the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops on ethical standards for technology.
Cardinal Timothy Dolan and Father Dave Dwyer talked about Cardinal Dolan’s time in New York and the future of the show.
By:
Cardinal Timothy M. Dolan
| 02/03/2026
02:56
His Excellency Bishop John Bonnici led those present in prayer and Eucharistic Adoration, grounding the celebration in thanksgiving to God.
By:
Mary Shovlain
| 02/03/2026
00:34
La hermana Jesús Nicole Caraballo, miembro de la congregación Siervas de Cristo Resucitado, dirige unas palabras de reconocimiento y gratitud al cardenal.