The Vatican on AI and Grandmasters on Ministry | Ep 215 Published Jun 5, 2026 In this Rock Cast episode, the Pope weighs into the AI conversation with a 200-page document. We summarized his arguments for you and share more details on Opus 4.8 noting the shift of importance from models to harnesses. Then Emily unpacks why Thinking Sideways will help you avoid the danger of acting before considering all your options. By taking a lesson from the chess grandmasters, she describes the pitfall of having false confidence that we can predict exactly how complex systems will unfold. Nicole closes with an exciting conference update that you and your leaders will want to hear! Give this episode a listen to catch up on the latest news in the Community and in the tech industry. Rock Partners We are thankful for our Rock Partners and their support of the Rock Community. Visit their websites to learn how they can help your ministry and confirm that those you work with are as invested in the success of Rock as you are! Quick Links Save your seat today at RX26 and book your stay before the Westin fills up. Read Thinking Sideways for a fresh perspective on problem solving. Read through the Vaticanʼs encyclical on AI, Magnifica Humanitas. Learn about Opus 4.8 and Dynamic Workflows and what the new release means for how AI is orchestrated.