5 Ways to Infuse AI into Your Ministry Today
Hey, Pastor!
Yes, you. I know what you're thinking: "Tech is great, but how does it fit into ministry?" Well, I’ve got five quick, practical ways you can start using AI today that’ll have your congregation thinking you’re the next tech prophet (maybe not literally, but you get the vibe).
1. Sermon Prep: AI as Your Assistant
You’re staring at a blank Word doc and your sermon’s due in 48 hours. AI can step in like a miracle—PastorGPT can give you a framework for your sermon, or help you organize your thoughts. No, it won’t preach for you (we still need that anointing!), but it’ll save you hours on research. Hallelujah!
2. Automate Member Follow-Up
I know we all want to connect with every member, but we also know that follow-up game can get rough, right? AI-driven tools like ManyChat can automate that first touchpoint. You can set it up to send a personalized welcome message to new visitors, pray for specific needs, or even remind members about Bible study. Think of it as your virtual deacon.
3. Custom Devotionals with ChatGPT
Who wouldn’t want a devotional tailored to where they are in their walk? With AI, you can create a custom devotional experience for each member of your congregation based on their spiritual needs. It’s like having a personal pastor in their pocket (but don’t worry—you’re still their main shepherd).
4. AI-Driven Prayer Requests
Imagine this: Your church members submit prayer requests online, and AI helps organize them based on urgency, keywords, or even themes. You can pray more effectively because you’ll have a clearer picture of your congregation’s spiritual needs. It’s like having an assistant pastor that’s data-driven. Praise break moment!
5. Outreach with AI
Want to know the best areas to focus your outreach efforts? AI can analyze community data and show you where your church’s resources can be most impactful. That’s next-level ministry. You’re not just throwing darts—you’re making calculated, Spirit-led moves to change lives.
What Now?
Here’s the kicker: all of this tech is available NOW, not five years from now. If you’re ready to step up your ministry game, I invite you to join my masterclass where I teach you how to infuse AI into your ministry in more depth. And don’t forget to follow me on all the socials @thattechpastor. Let’s go from good to God-level ministry together.