How African Churches Are Embracing Artificial Intelligence

Pope Leo XIV likened the race to create AI to the depravity of slavery, calling for AI to be “disarmed” due to its potential for exploitation.
Christians globally are divided on AI’s impact: a Barna study indicates that while 66% believe it will improve their lives, 57% also view it as a threat, with pastors showing even higher caution levels.
Many Christians are actively adopting AI: examples include Bible Chat’s AI chatbot aimed at deepening faith and the Pewbeam tool in Nigeria which displays biblical references during sermons.
African Christians, representing a significant Christian population, are innovatively integrating AI in religious contexts, highlighting the continent’s proactive approach while remaining cautious.
Reporter Joseph Maina from Kenya discusses these developments and their implications in his article “God In The Algorithm: Coders Are Building AI For The Church” and the Religion Unplugged podcast.

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