AI and the Future of Christianity

Course Description

AI and the Future of Christianity is a timely course that explores the profound implications of artificial intelligence on theology, ethics, and theological education. Led by a diverse team of religious scholars and a former NASA scientist, and moderated by Dr. Kwok Pui Lan, this course provides an overview of AI technologies and their intersection with Christian thought. Participants will examine how AI challenges theological imagination, ethical decision-making, and church ministry practices. Join us to discover how AI can shape, transform, and inspire the future of Christianity, helping faith remain resilient and relevant in our increasingly digital world.

Moderator:

Kwok Pui Lan, Episcopal Divinity School emerita

Speakers:

Tracy J. Trothen, Queen’s University, Kingston, Ontario

Pamela Conrad, Episcopal priest and former NASA scientist

Sarah Bogue, Candler School of Theology

Richard (Bo) Manly Adams, Jr., Candler School of Theology

Boyung Lee, Iliff School of Theology

For more information, please email our Assistant Director of Community Learning & Partnerships, Donnell Williamson, at dwilliamson@emory.edu.

Access to Pitts Digital Essentials

Explore your theological questions

As a registered participant in the Courses in the Community program, you get 1 year of free digital access to the premier theological library in North America. You can use your digital account to research topics from this course, explore theological questions, and more! On the start date of your course, you will receive an invitation to set your password and gain access using the email you registered for the course with.

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Courses in the Community: On Demand

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