The Church Lobby Ep 102: Five Trends In Technology and the Church, with Brad Hill
May 8, 2025
In this engaging discussion, Brad Hill, Chief Solutions Officer at Gloo, sheds light on the evolving relationship between technology and the church. He reveals that many Christians see vast potential in using digital tools. Gen Z, while online, still craves genuine in-person connections. Brad also addresses the ethical considerations of AI in the church, noting that pastors must guide their communities thoughtfully. Overall, the conversation emphasizes the importance of merging technology with personal relationships in ministry for meaningful engagement.
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Leverage Free Texting Tools
- Use free texting services to improve church communication, as texts have higher read and response rates than emails.
- Texting aids personal discipleship, prayer, and visitor engagement effectively for small churches.
Digital Tools Support Relationships
- Christians see great potential in using digital tools like online giving and texting for church communication.
- Technology supports relationships but should never replace face-to-face interaction, which remains essential.
Pastors as AI Ethical Guides
- Churchgoers want pastors to guide them on ethical and biblical use of AI, not technical tutorials.
- Pastors are expected to provide wisdom on AI's ethical implications and transparency in its use.
