The majority of Christian ministry organizations are either experimenting with or using artificial intelligence technology in their operations.
According to the most recent MinistryWatch survey of Christian ministry executives, 27% responded that they use AI for vital functions, such as fundraising, research, or content creation. Another 59% say they have experimented with AI but it is not an integral part of their operations.
Only 14% say they never or almost never use AI.
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These responses mirror the findings of a study conducted by technology firm Bonterra in partnership with Hanover Research suggesting the nonprofit world is rapidly adopting AI, even as concerns about the technology’s potential pitfalls remain strong.
MinistryWatch also asked executives if they personally use AI in their jobs. Of the respondents, 47% use AI either often or every day. Thirty-seven percent say they use it occasionally but it is not part of their regular work, and 15% say they never or almost never use it personally in their role.
MinistryWatch has been conducting its quarterly survey of leaders of the nation’s 1,000 largest Christian ministries since October 2022. They have reported about the insights they have provided.
This quarter, they received responses from 99 ministry executives, 94% of whom are in the top role at the organization — CEO, president, or executive director.
While they recognize the response size is somewhat small, the results have shown noteworthy trends over time. MinistryWatch has created graphics to demonstrate these trends in a variety of areas.
EDITOR’S NOTE — This story was written by Kim Roberts and originally published by MinistryWatch.
