Depending on who you ask, AI is either in the process of revolutionizing life as we know it or fading quickly and quietly into obscurity. The truth, as with most things, is somewhere in the middle. There are definitely ways that today’s AI agents can be used to make people, even pastors, more productive, or give them a starting point. But they’re not foolproof, and they simply aren’t at a point (nor, I would argue, will they ever be) where they can replace the human element that’s essential to pastoral ministry.
As a continuation of Rev. Bill Johnson’s previous blog post, “Answering Common Questions About Using AI in Ministry,” this article takes a deeper look at certain cautions to be taken when using AI for ministry-related tasks.
Jump to the following questions:
- Are there theological or ethical concerns?
- What risks or limitations should I know about before trusting AI?
- How do I make sure I’m not replacing thoughtful, Spirit-led work?
- How has AI already helped church workers?
- What’s a task you’ve seen AI handle surprisingly well—and one it really doesn’t?
- If I want to start using AI but don’t have time to learn a new tool, where should I begin?
- How do I stay informed without getting overwhelmed?
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These days, we hear a lot about artificial intelligence (AI). While it has its pitfalls, it can be helpful in the ministry setting. In this article, Rev. Bill Johnson answers some common questions about AI in ministry and offers advice for getting started.
Topics:
AI
