July Release
At a glance
AI Adoption
Practicing Christians report using artificial intelligence (AI) more often than most Americans, both in their personal lives and at work.
Spiritual Trust
Nearly half of practicing Christians say they’d trust AI with their own spiritual growth—even though asking it about faith ranks near the bottom of how they actually use it.
Seeking Pastoral Guidance
One in three practicing Christians want their pastor’s guidance on AI, even though practicing Christians as a group already use it more than pastors do.
New Barna research shows that practicing Christians are adopting artificial intelligence at higher rates than both the general public and their own pastors. While congregants frequently utilize AI for daily tasks, they still seek guidance from church leaders, suggesting that pastors should prioritize discipleship and real-world relationships rather than attempting to master the technology themselves.
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