Foundry aims explore the ethics and practical theology of Artificial Intelligence in spiritual formation, practical ministry, leadership, and ministry media—seeking faithful, thoughtful ways to embrace innovation without losing our witness to the world, relationships with God and others, or the very human incarnation that Christ modelled.
“We are not simply intelligent beings; we are relational beings. AI may imitate intelligence, but it cannot replicate relationship, love, or the image of God.”
— Noreen Herzfeld, In Our Image: Artificial Intelligence and the Human Spirit
Let’s Talk About It…
Whether you're a developer looking to partner with a practical theologian to develop platforms built with integrity, or your a ministry practitioner trying to implement AI in your field, we want to talk to you.
Developers
As AI app developers, your innovations have the potential to shape the future of technology in profound ways. At Foundry, we are committed to exploring the intersection of artificial intelligence and spiritual formation. We invite you to partner with us and our Practical Theology researchers in this important dialogue on ethics and theology to ensure that your creations resonate with our deeply human and relational mission.
Reach out to discuss how we can collaborate on AI that honours God by giving appropriate attention to ethical considerations to enable development that enhances our spiritual journeys.
Ministry Practitioners
As ministry practitioners, you’re on the front lines of intelligent implementation and damage control. AI-powered spiritual formation tools are arriving faster than most of us can meaningfully process. While it’s tempting to dive in and start using them, at Foundry we believe the better path starts with slowing down. We watch the trends, we recognise the value, and then we ask the deeper question:
How should we use this well?
We’re committed to helping ministry practitioners explore how to integrate AI thoughtfully—without losing the deeply human, Spirit-led essence of Christian formation.
Let’s start a conversation. Together, we can embrace innovation while maintaining our commitment to faith and community.
Not quite ready to talk to us yet? A great starting point is In Our Image: Artificial Intelligence and the Human Spirit by Noreen Herzfeld—a thoughtful and accessible look at the theological implications of AI.
If this stirs something in you, let’s talk. We’d love to explore it with you.
Take time to pause and pray for God’s work in the age of AI, you can pray alone, or join us in the prayer below.
If you are able, find a quiet space.
A Liturgy for Kingdom Workers in an AI World.
Lord, forgive me
For any way I may have misused AI—
Intentionally or without understanding.
You’ve called me to go and make disciples,
Not just create systems.
You’ve called me to build Your Kingdom,
Not just produce content.
To love people,
Not just manage tasks.
And now I find myself here—
Holding tools I barely understand.
“Unless the Lord builds the house, the builders labor in vain.”
(Psalm 127:1, NIV)
Teach me how to stay human in a digital world.
Keep me rooted, real, and responsive to You.
When AI feels faster, cleaner, easier—
Don’t let me mistake speed for fruit,
Or automation for anointing.
“By their fruit you will recognize them.
Do people pick grapes from thornbushes, or figs from thistles?”
(Matthew 7:16, NIV)
Remind me that presence still matters.
That people still matter.
That You still lead.
For every sermon, strategy, or schedule shaped by machines—
Give me discernment.
Help me ask not just, “Can I use this?”
But, “Should I?”
“I have the right to do anything,” you say—but not everything is beneficial.
“I have the right to do anything”—but not everything is constructive.
(1 Corinthians 10:23, NIV)
May my tools serve the Gospel,
Never replace the grace of real relationship.
I don’t want to lose my soul trying to be efficient.
I don’t want to lead in ways that forget how to pray.
So I pause.
“Be still, and know that I am God.”
(Psalm 46:10, NIV)
I lay my tools before You.
I ask for wisdom, for patience, and for peace.
Be with the creatives, the coders, the pastors, the pioneers—
Guide us. Protect us.
Be with the ones burned out by too much change.
Be with those rushing in without asking You.
Be with the cautious, the curious, and the overwhelmed.
“If any of you lacks wisdom, you should ask God,
who gives generously to all without finding fault, and it will be given to you.”
(James 1:5, NIV)
Make me faithful.
Not flashy. Not fearful. Just faithful.
Until all things are made new—
Even the ways I work, and the tools I use—
“He who was seated on the throne said,
‘I am making everything new!’”
(Revelation 21:5, NIV)
Keep my eyes on You, as Your eyes are always on me.
Keep my heart soft, as Your heart is soft toward me.
Keep me present in this world—
Remembering You chose to be incarnate to save it.
Amen.
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