AI and the Soul: A Pastor Talks About Embodied Faith in a Disembodied Age

Christianity has always been an embodied faith—rooted in presence, touch, community, and shared life. But we now live in a world of digital discipleship, online relationships, and increasingly, AI-shaped interactions. What does this mean for the church, for our spiritual formation, and for the kind of community our hearts were made for? In this episode in our series AI and the Soul, Dr. Carol sits down with Jay Kim, pastor and author of Analog Church and Analog Christian, to talk about why physical presence matters more than ever. They discuss how AI and digital tools can help or hinder real-life connection, what gets lost when faith becomes mediated through screens, and how followers of Jesus can cultivate embodied practices in a culture of instant convenience. If you're longing for deeper connection, wondering how AI will affect Christian community, or trying to navigate technology with wisdom, this episode offers both challenge and hope. Find out more about Jay Kim on his website, Facebook, X, or Instagram Find Jay's book Analog Christian: Cultivating Contentment, Resilience, and Wisdom in the Digital Age       Find out more about Dr. Carol Ministries in-person intensives - a safe place to unpack your story around intimacy and relationships, and experience Jesus coming into your story to bring healing and wholeness.        Find out more about individual coaching with Dr. Carol        Dr. Carol loves to hear from you. You can send a confidential message here.