Pastors, AI Is Here: 3 Questions You Should Be Asking

“This impact will be at least as great as the internet and email were. So as we consider AI in light of ministry, its present and future, I suggest three conversations pastors should have not only with stakeholders of your ministry team but also their congregations at large.” - Word by Word

Discussion

I frequently use generative AI for pastoral ministry.

  • I use ChatGPT to craft emails, bulletin announcements, and other church communication.
  • I use ChatGPT to create discussion or application questions for sermons.
  • I use Logos' AI tool to summarize search results or to provide a synopsis of specific resources that I use during my study process.
  • I currently create my own sermon slides and templates but wouldn't be opposed to using generative AI to do that.

Generative AI is a powerful tool, but you must use it wisely and responsibly.