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AI is not God. AI is not our savior. But the Church needs to make sure its voices are heard in debates and regulations concerning law, ethics, and theology. Learn more about <\/span>\u00a0future of AI both within and without the church.<\/span><\/span>
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While there are legitimate concerns and fears concerning AI, there are also many benefits and innovations to help enhance research, communication, administrative tasks, outreach, liturgical preparation, and music. In a time of a shortage of clergy, educators, chaplains, money and volunteers, AI can be a valuable technological tool. That said,<\/span>\u00a0<\/span>flawed people create flawed technology. AI is not God. AI is not our savior. But the Church needs to make sure its voices are heard in debates and regulations concerning law, ethics, and theology. We cannot do that\u00a0 without awareness. This webinar includes discussion of the future of AI both within and without the church; concluding with questions and comments.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Dwight Lee <\/span>Wolter<\/span><\/span> is the author of \u201cThe Gospel of Loneliness\u201d (Pilgrim Press), and several other books. He is also pastor of the Congregational Church of Patchogue on Long Island, New York. You may find his musings on Facebook and <\/span>Substack<\/span>.<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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