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Pastors Embrace AI as Religion Declines, Sparking Controversy

11/14/2025

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Pastors are using artificial intelligence to assist ministry as religion declines in the U.S.
AI tools run church operations and engage congregants with apps like "text with Jesus."
Critics, including minister Ken Weliever, say these apps are blasphemous and question their accuracy.
Moody Center President James Spencer says the AI "Jesus" prioritizes modern preferences over traditional teachings.

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Story summary

Pastors are using artificial intelligence to assist ministry as religion declines in the U.S.
AI tools run church operations and engage congregants with apps like "text with Jesus."
Critics, including minister Ken Weliever, say these apps are blasphemous and question their accuracy.
Moody Center President James Spencer says the AI "Jesus" prioritizes modern preferences over traditional teachings.