AI and Ministry: Questions the Church Must Ask - By Santosh William
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is becoming part of our everyday lives, shaping how we communicate, work, and even worship. As ministries, churches, and theological institutions wrestle with this new reality, many questions arise. Below, I address pressing concerns that have been raised about AI in the context of faith, worship, and spiritual growth. Should seminaries teach “AI and Theology”? Yes. Theological institutions should prepare the next generation of pastors and leaders to critically understand AI. Just as seminaries address issues like science, politics, or media, AI also deserves serious reflection. Exploring “AI and Theology” can help students discern its benefits, limitations, and spiritual dangers, ensuring ministers are not naïve in engaging with technology. AI in worship songs and sermons AI-generated worship songs and sermons are becoming common, but they raise deep concerns. True worship and biblical preaching are meant to flow from the leading of the Holy Spirit an...