“Tyrias” is a collaborative project between Citykirche, Dreieinigkeitskirche, EBW, and the Office of Economy and Science of the City of Regensburg. The coined term “Tyrias” is derived from the ancient Greek word “Tyris,” meaning “window,” and the name “Elias.” The two colorful stained-glass windows, which were designed by artificial intelligence and can be viewed at the Dreieinigkeitskirche throughout the summer, depict the prophet Elijah.
As part of the project week from June 22 to 28, 2024, a diverse program took place at the Dreieinigkeitskirche, featuring lectures, panel discussions, and workshops for all age groups. The impact of AI on people of all ages and in all areas of life was discussed. What opportunities and limitations does AI bring? How does it work, and what significance does it hold for the church and society, for life and death?
Among other events, the panel discussion “Immortality Through AI? – Digital Afterlife” offered a fascinating look beyond the usual perspectives and provided various thought-provoking insights. Thanks to the interdisciplinary speakers—media and cultural studies scholar Dr. Martin Hennig; alternative medicine practitioner and grief/end-of-life counselor Karin Simon; physicist, psychologist, and AI expert Prof. Dr. rer. nat. Markus Goldhacker; and city pastor Dr. Gabriele Kainz—a wide variety of perspectives on this controversial topic were explored.
You can find more information about the project week here.