Welcome to The Faith Video Podcast, where we dive deep into the intersection of technology, faith, and digital communication. I'm your host, Greg Cross, and today I am excited to introduce my guest, Dustin Stout, a talented software developer, entrepreneur, and Christ follower with a wealth of experience in leveraging technology for the good of the church. Together, Dustin and I will be exploring the fascinating and sometimes controversial world of artificial intelligence and how it can be applied in a church culture.

Dustin's journey began in a small town in Pennsylvania, where he discovered his passion for youth ministry after being introduced to a local youth group by a friend. This led him to volunteer at a church in Los Angeles and eventually become a youth director. Along the way, Dustin also taught himself graphic design, which would later propel him into the world of software development and digital communication.

In this episode, we'll discuss the potential advantages of utilizing AI within churches, such as expanding their reach, automating tasks, and creating more efficient workflows. We'll also investigate the potential pitfalls, such as an over-reliance on technology and the importance of ensuring human connection remains at the forefront of a churches mission. Moreover, we'll explore practical ways in which churches can integrate AI in a responsible, ethical, and purpose-led manner.

Throughout the conversation, Dustin's love for technology and his faith will provide unique insights and perspectives on how churches can harness the power of AI for the greater good. Join Dustin and I in this exciting and thought-provoking conversation as we unravel the potential for AI to revolutionize the way churches can use it to impact their church communications at all levels.