Center for Congregations Podcast

S6 E8: The Role of Artificial Intelligence in Your Congregation

Apr 24, 2024

Expert Jason Moore from Midnight Oil Productions discusses the integration of Artificial Intelligence in congregational settings, emphasizing the importance of caution and balance. Topics include AI's role in creative processes, music creation, ethical considerations, and the need for human oversight in AI applications.

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Jason Moore

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Quick takeaways

Congregations can utilize AI to save time on tasks like series design and sermon brainstorming for enhanced productivity and creativity.

Generative AI tools like Chat GPT and Microsoft Co-Pilot help create visuals aligned with narrative stories to enhance storytelling and engage congregants experientially.

Churches must discuss ethical considerations of AI, including potential impacts on employment and cultural representation, to effectively navigate its use in congregational settings.

Deep dives

Understanding Artificial Intelligence in Congregations

Generative AI offers the opportunity to be intentional with the use of artificial intelligence in creating text, images, and videos. Congregations, not early adopters of new technologies, need to navigate AI's presence in their work. While cautionary tales exist about AI, understanding its practical applications is crucial for congregations to leverage AI solutions effectively.

Guiding Principles for Using AI in Scriptural Analysis

01:24

Embracing AI in Faith and Everyday Life

01:18

Embrace Diversity and Maintain Reverence in Technology

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Embrace the diversity of thought and creativity

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Introduction

2min

Exploring the Lack of Interest in AI Within Congregations

2min

Navigating Artificial Intelligence in Congregations

20min

Exploring the Relationship Between Intelligence and Wisdom in AI and Future Possibilities

2min

AI's Role in Creative Processes: From Analysis to Creation

15min

Exploring AI in Music Creation and Ethical Considerations

10min

Exploring AI Applications and Cautionary Notes

10min

Exploring Technology's Impacts and AI Resources

3min

Whether we're prepared or not, Artificial Intelligence is now a part of our every day lives and our future. Jason Moore of Midnight Oil Productions joins Shellie Riggs Jordan and Matt Burke to discuss how AI can aid congregations and the ways in which not to engage with it.

Resources

Midnight Oil Productions

Human-Centered AI (article)

The Ultimate Guide to AI, Pastors, and the Church (article)

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