AI Goes to Church

""AI Goes to Church will benefit anyone seeking to navigate the digital frontier with faithfulness and integrity. We stand on the cusp of unprecedented technological change. This book challenges us to consider how we can leverage AI for kingdom purposes, ensuring that our commitment to the gospel remains unwavering as technology advances. I'm confident that AI Goes to Church will inspire you to engage with the digital age thoughtfully, embracing the opportunities it presents while steadfastly upholding the timeless truths of our faith."" -- Ed Stetzer, dean at Talbot School of Theology, from the foreword ""The advancement of AI and web development is happening at an accelerated pace. Author Todd Korpi helps us to be proactive and to think critically and ethically on how AI can help the church remain missionally effective."" -- Doug Clay, general superintendent of the Assemblies of God ""As Christians, we must engage with technology wisely, trusting that God is sovereign over all advancements, including AI. In AI Goes to Church, Todd Korpi offers a thoughtful perspective on integrating AI into ministry while upholding theological and ethical integrity. At Jesus.net, we see AI as a tool to enhance evangelism and discipleship, not replace human connection. This book challenges the church to approach AI with faith, wisdom, and responsibility. I highly recommend it to leaders seeking to navigate AI's role in spreading the gospel."" -- Jan-Willem Bosman, CEO of Jesus.net ""In this unprecedented era, where technology is transforming every aspect of life, the church can't afford to lag behind with a dial-up connection to a high-speed world. Our God certainly isn't standing still. In AI Goes to Church, Todd Korpi offers a bold and necessary vision for how Christian leaders can embrace AI, not as a threat, but as a powerful tool for ministry, discipleship, and social impact."" -- Kyle Lee, director of strategy for Indigitous US ""Here is an informed, wise, and pastoral resource, knowledgeable about the opportunities and challenges of AI, discerning about its potentialities and pitfalls, and attentive to the divine invitation to flourishing extended to frail human creatures. Todd Korpi is a sure guide for those seeking to understand and engage AI in the mid-2020s."" -- Amos Yong, professor of theology and mission at Fuller Theological Seminary ""Todd Korpi's book highlights a critical reality: churches and ministries need to proactively engage AI, balancing opportunities with concerns. Measuring impact and using data to inform church programs is essential, and AI is becoming a vital tool for gathering and analyzing data to improve decision-making. Years ago in a talk, I shared, 'The world is changing fast! And today is the slowest rate of change we will ever see,' emphasizing the urgency for ministries to adapt to the needs around them; AI can make this easier, and Korpi helps leaders get comfortable with AI."" -- Kate Williams-Whitley, president and chief impact officer of EIG Insights ""As artificial intelligence infiltrates more areas of life, questions arise about how to approach these creations while remaining focused on God. AI Goes to Church explores AI not from a consumer perspective but a compassionate one. Todd Korpi encourages us to consider how these tools can glorify God and help others. This enthralling, timely book is full of biblical wisdom and compassionate insight. Anyone interested in the intersection of technology and faith should read AI Goes to Church."" -- Dave Ferguson, CEO of Exponential and author of B.L.E.S.S. and Hero Maker ""Given the scale and pace at which AI technologies are advancing, it's impossible to know precisely what our techno-future holds. In AI Goes to Church, Todd Korpi wisely resists the urge to predict the future and instead focuses our attention on what people of faith can do in the present to leverage AI technologies for the sake of God's mission in the world. It's a faithful and generative approach that will be helpful for Christians of all stripes, regardless of how much or how little they know about the possibilities and pitfalls of AI. I highly recommend it."" -- Kutter Callaway, author of Techno-Sapiens in a Networked Era and associate dean at the Center for Advanced Theological Studies at Fuller Theological Seminary ""AI isn't coming—it's already here, reshaping the way we live, work, and even minister. AI Goes to Church is the guide we need to navigate this new reality with both wisdom and conviction. Todd Korpi doesn't just explore AI's potential; he thoughtfully wrestles with its ethical and theological implications, never losing sight of the Great Commission. He bridges the gap between abstract philosophy and real-world ministry, helping the church engage AI with both faithfulness and practicality."" -- Charlotte Sanchez, chief communications officer of the Luis Palau Association ""AI Goes to Church is the book the church didn't know it desperately needed. With clarity, humility, and pastoral wisdom, Todd Korpi offers a compelling framework for engaging artificial intelligence with theological depth and missional courage. This is not just a book about technology—it's about discipleship, mission, and the future of the faithful presence of the body of Christ in a digitally hybrid world. I'm grateful for Todd's voice and wisdom. I highly recommend this book to pastors, educators, and anyone wondering what it means to be effective ministers in a digital age."" -- Mark Pettus, lead pastor of Church of the Highlands