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EPISODE · Apr 30, 2026 · 52 MIN

02 | Andy Crouch on the Future of AI, Faith & Spiritual Formation

from The Barna Faith and Culture Report · host Barna Group

In this episode, David Kinnaman and Ashley Lalonde  sit down with Andy Crouch to explore new Barna data on AI adoption among Christians and pastors, and what it reveals about the future of faith and culture. Together, they unpack the rise of “easy everywhere” technology, the growing influence of AI in Bible study and why human formation still requires something technology can’t provide.You’ll also hear why practices like silence, solitude and focused attention matter more than ever—and how the Church can resist digital distraction while forming people for depth, resilience and real connection.Download this free resource to discover trends that are shaping the church.Watch this episode on Barna’s Youtube Channel.View all Faith and Culture Report podcast episodes on our podcast page.

In this episode, David Kinnaman and Ashley Lalonde sit down with Andy Crouch to explore new Barna data on AI adoption among Christians and pastors, and what it reveals about the future of faith and culture. Together, they unpack the rise of “easy everywhere” technology, the growing influence of AI in Bible study and why human formation still requires something technology can’t provide. You’ll also hear why practices like silence, solitude and focused attention matter more than ever—and ...

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