The 2024 State of AI in the Church Survey Report

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Description

This article from Exponential provides information from a survey on the current thoughts about, and use of, artificial intelligence in congregations. Exponential believes much can be learned from understanding how tools are used in various contexts. This article will help you understand the current landscape of how AI is being used and thoughts on how to approach its use ethically and well.

Features

Statistics on ways AI is used
Specifics on what platforms are being used
Shared concerns around the use of AI
Challenges and opportunities

Recommended Audience

Any congregation interested in learning more about AI usage in congregations.

Cost

Free

Practical Applications

Read and discuss as a leadership team to think about the right use of AI in your congregation.
Scan to learn what tools are available and being used in ministry contexts.

Updated: February 19, 2025

About the Contributor

Matt Burke

Senior Director of Resource Consulting and Grants

Matt Burke is the senior director of resource consulting and grants for the Center for Congregations. Prior to this role, he also served as the director of the northeast Center for Congregations in Fort Wayne and the Center’s Education Director statewide. Matt has a background in classroom, digital and experiential education and most recently served as the associate director of Learning Science at Kaplan Test Prep. He is passionate about using education to develop deeper faith in congregational participants.

Matt earned a B.A. in Religion from Mount Vernon Nazarene University and a Masters of Divinity degree from Asbury Theological Seminary. He enjoys spending time with his wife, Kelly, and his two sons, Silas and Levi. Matt also loves storytelling in films, books and music and finding the intersections of faith and popular culture.

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