A Swiss chapel has introduced an AI installation simulating Jesus in a confessional booth, stirring conversations on the intersection of technology and religion.

St. Peter’s Chapel in Lucerne revealed the “Deus in Machina” exhibit, allowing visitors to interact with a virtual Jesus. This interaction is not recognized as an official sacrament.

Displayed on a screen, the AI encourages guests to share thoughts while avoiding personal details.

The chapel stresses the need for critical reflection on technology’s role in religious practices.

Participant reactions varied, with some appreciating the interaction’s depth, while others saw it as merely a novelty.