Webinar “Feeding AI: How Data and Chatbots Can Guide People to Church”
Webinar “Feeding AI: How Data and Chatbots Can Guide People to Church”
https://www.oikoumene.org/events/webinar-feeding-ai-how-data-and-chatbots-can-guide-people-to-church
Publish Date: 2026-04-23 10:04:00
Source Domain: www.oikoumene.org
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The article highlights upcoming presentations at an ECIC conference focusing on the use of artificial intelligence (AI) in churches.
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The first keynote, “From navigation to knowledge: AI chatbots as engines of customer insight,” is delivered by Eeva Salonen, development lead at the Helsinki Parish Union, who emphasizes AI chatbots’ role in church engagement and urban residents.
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The second presentation, “Your Data is your AI Strategy: How to Feed AI Systems with Structured Data from Parishes,” will be given by Rev. Ralf Peter Reimann, focusing on integrating AI with parish data for strategic benefits.
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Rev. Reimann’s work delves into digital justice and the synergy between theology, technology, and artificial intelligence, indicating a broader theological exploration of AI’s role.
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The World Council of Churches (WCC) is involved in the organizational structure of the event, with a representative on the ECIC board.
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Registration for the webinar and more information can be accessed via provided links.
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The seminar aims to spark discussions on the challenges and opportunities AI presents for church communities.
