By Nkiru Anakor
The Catholic Youth Organization of Nigeria (CYON), Catholic Diocese of Ekwulobia (CADEK), has concluded the second edition of its three-day Leadership Seminar, with a call on young leaders to embrace artificial intelligence and emerging technologies without compromising their faith, ethics and moral values.
The seminar, held from Aug. 27 to 29, at St. Peter Secondary School, Achina, brought together CYON leaders from various parishes and deaneries across the Diocese for spiritual renewal, intellectual engagement and leadership formation.
With the theme, “Leading in the Age of Artificial Intelligence: Faith, Ethics and the Future of Leadership,” the programme focused on equipping young catholic leaders with the knowledge and values required to navigate the rapidly changing technological environment.
Delivering the keynote lecture, Rev. Fr. Michael Muonwe urged participants to take advantage of the opportunities offered by artificial intelligence and modern technology while remaining firmly grounded in the catholic faith and sound ethical principles. Fr. Muonwe stressed the need for responsible and purposeful use of technology, challenging the youth leaders to become agents of positive change who can adapt to technological advancements without compromising their moral convictions and spiritual responsibilities.
He expressed satisfaction with the turnout of CYON leaders from across the Diocese, describing the seminar as an important platform for young catholics to reflect on the demands of contemporary leadership and prepare themselves for greater responsibilities. According to him, effective leadership in the age of artificial intelligence requires more than technological knowledge, stressing that integrity, faith, discernment and ethical responsibility must remain at the heart of leadership.
The three-day seminar featured a range of spiritual, intellectual and social activities, including Holy Mass, Rosary Procession, Benediction, leadership lectures, sporting activities and social interactions. At the end of the programme, participants expressed renewed commitment to serving the Church and their communities, with many departing spiritually strengthened, intellectually enriched and better prepared to provide effective leadership in their respective parishes and deaneries.
Nkiru Anakor is of the Ministry of Information and Value Reformation, Anambra State
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