Almost Half of our churches incorporate artificial intelligence (AI). in The overwhelming majority remain reluctant to use it, but their daily duties For development Sermons and other contentAccording to a new survey. Findings using PushPay It was part of the 2025 church technology Reportit's covered Such a topic As AI and live streaming. PushPay is a digital platform used primarily by mission-driven organizations and encourages online donations. Check out the full report here.
“Like virtually every other organization in 2025, the church is riding a wave of enthusiasm for artificial intelligence solutions,” the report says.
AI usage has increased significantly over the past year, from 25% of churches in 2024 to 45% today. The Push Pay Project is approaching 60% next year's rate.
“However, adoptions are on the rise, but leaders continue to resist relying on AI for pastoral content,” the report said.
The church says they use AI For creation Images and graphics (47%) and Generate Social media content (44%). AI uses much less AI to develop small group content (21%), educational materials (19%), or sermons (18%).
“Those who were called to lead in the church — many began to serve long before AI became famous — pursued their profession out of their desire to guide the Holy Spirit,” the report said. “So the role of AI in spiritual leadership is still approached with fear. But when you're ready to share your message, leaders can be I'm taking it The advantage of this next-generation tool is to spread its message widely and quickly. ”
Meanwhile, the report found that 87% of churches in the United States stream services online. This is a trend that has grown exponentially during the pandemic.
The report also found:
-70% of church leaders say that technology has increased generosity within the congregation.
– 10% of churches say they are using cryptocurrency today, while 39% of church leaders believe cryptocurrency is strategically important to the church over the next two or three years.
– 52% of church leaders report an increase Their Technology budgets are only 10% reporting a decline.
“This year's Church Technology Report offers more than just statistics and data. It's a window into the evolving way of thinking for church leaders,” said Kenny Wyatt, CEO of PushPay. “We see an overwhelming consensus that technology plays a key role in ministry. How the church is approaching that. More and more leaders see these tools as paths to strengthening relationships rather than replacing them. that's right The heart of the church. ”
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It was originally published on April 30, 2025.
