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  • Episode 39: AI Tools and Content Ownership
    2025/06/30

    How are AI tools helping you?

    In the latest episode of the Digital Ministry Podcast, Nick Runyon focuses on AI tools and content ownership. He discusses the impact of AI on content creation and how it can help teams be more efficient.

    Nick emphasizes that while AI offers efficiency, it's crucial to avoid "groupthink" and bland output. He strongly advocates for prioritizing human creativity and originality when using AI.

    Join Nick as he highlights some terms and conditions of AI platforms and the potential risks of AI tool usage. Learn as he provides insights into using the tech responsibly and being aware of the legal and ethical considerations in digital ministry and marketing.

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    20 分
  • Episode 38: Gen Z and AI
    2025/06/20

    How is Gen Z navigating the AI revolution in education, social media, and beyond?

    In this eye-opening episode of the Digital Ministry Podcast, Nick Runyon sits down with his son Aiden to explore the world of AI through the lens of a Gen Z. The two talk about the challenges and opportunities of artificial intelligence in schools, social media, and future careers.

    Listen to this candid conversation between this father-and-son duo about AI-generated content, academic integrity, and the ethical considerations of using AI tools. Aiden shares personal experiences of AI detection in his schoolwork and offers insights into how young people are adapting to rapid technological changes.

    Join Nick and Aiden as they unpack the potential of AI, discuss the blurred lines between human and machine-generated content, and explore how emerging technologies are reshaping communication, education, and digital interactions.

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    35 分
  • Episode 37: OpenAI Operator
    2025/05/29

    How are you taking advantage of AI tools for your ministry today?

    In the latest episode of the Digital Ministry Podcast, Nick Runyon focuses on AI agents, specifically OpenAI's Operator feature. He shares how these tools are currently being used for tasks such as research and inbox management.

    This episode also features a demonstration of using an AI agent to filter Facebook Messenger messages. You can learn more about the latest practical AI tools for ministry, emerging trends in Christianity, and the potential applications of AI agents in digital ministry.

    Join Nick as he offers insights into how digital ministry teams might use AI agents to streamline communication processes and focus more on meaningful interactions.

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    20 分
  • Episode 36: Missional AI Conference Recap
    2025/05/20

    With the increasing popularity of AI, how can we balance technology and human connection?

    In this episode of the Digital Ministry Podcast, Nick Runyon and Jay Kranda discuss artificial intelligence, faith, and the future. They explore the evolving landscape of ministry in the digital age, focusing on the potential of AI for churches and ministries.

    The conversation also features highlights from the Missional AI Conference, held last April in Texas. Listeners will learn about the latest practical AI tools for ministry, as well as emerging trends in Christianity.

    Join Nick and Jay as they share insights on the importance of developing AI skills, how AI can enhance research and content creation, and the ethical considerations of AI in ministry.

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    41 分
  • Episode 35: Jay Kranda | Saddleback
    2025/05/12

    Ever wonder who's accountable when a campaign fails?

    In this episode of the Digital Ministry Podcast, Nick Runyon and Jay Kranda dive into the challenges of navigating the digital mission field. They explore the crucial balance between outreach and follow-up in digital ministry.

    The conversation also unpacks team dynamics, emphasizing the importance of collaboration. Discover the power of an "owner mentality," where each team member embraces the bigger picture and contributes beyond their defined roles—even within a ministry context.

    Join Nick and Jay as they share strategies for fostering effective teamwork and elevating your ministry. They highlight the value of clear communication, constructive feedback loops, and a shared sense of responsibility in achieving ministry goals.

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  • Episode 34: Jay Kranda | Saddleback
    2025/02/17

    Will AI be reframing the future of work and ministry?

    In this episode of the Digital Ministry Podcast, Nick Runyon and Jay Kranda discuss the significant impact of AI on various aspects of our lives, including our daily routines, jobs, and ministry work. They highlight the transformative potential of AI by exploring specific examples such as Google's NotebookLM, an AI tool designed to summarize and analyze notes, and DeepSeek AI, which could be used for advanced image and video analysis. The hosts delve into how AI is already changing the way we interact with technology and how it could redefine our future in dealing with ministry in a more authentic way.

    Don’t miss out on this deep dive conversation about the challenges and opportunities of an AI-driven future.

    Show Notes
    • Google NotebookLM - a research and note-taking tool from Google that uses artificial intelligence, specifically Google Gemini, to assist users in interacting with their documents

    • DeepSeek AI - a Chinese artificial intelligence software company

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    48 分
  • Episode 33: Bryce Runyon | Gloo
    2025/01/30

    In this episode of the Digital Ministry Podcast, Nick Runyon invites his brother and Chief of Staff at Gloo, Bryce Runyon, for an insightful discussion about the powerful role of technology in digital ministry.

    Bryce also highlights AI tools and their current project at Gloo, where they develop a texting app bridging AI tools to help build strong church teams for follow-up and support, further complementing personal connections.

    Tune in to discover more about this conversation –– how Gloo is shaping the future of communication in churches, the importance of local church engagement, and how AI can enhance ministry without replacing the human aspect of communication.

    Show Notes
    • Gloo - a tech-driven organization in Colorado, focusing on leveraging data and AI tools to empower churches, ministries, and organizations to support their mission in engaging and serving communities effectively

    • Parachurch - are organization, groups, or networks that stand alongside the church to engage in social welfare and evangelism

    • Flourishing Index - it is a survey on VanderWeele's flourishing measure, which concentrates on 6 domains: (1) happiness and life satisfaction; (2) mental and physical health; (3) meaning and purpose; (4) character and virtue; (5) close social relationships; and (6) financial and material stability.

    • The Joe Rogan Experience 2254 with Mel Gibson

    • The Joe Rogan Experience 2252 with Wesley Huff


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  • Episode 32: Joshua Seale | Biblica
    2025/01/21

    In this episode of the Digital Ministry Podcast, Nick Runyon talks with Joshua Seale, Director of Digital Products from Biblica and a notable leader in Missional AI, a global movement dedicated to exploring how Artificial Intelligence can revolutionize missional engagement.

    During their discussion, Joshua shares how Biblica, a leading organization that provides widely read Scriptures in over 89 different translations and copyright holder to the New International Version (NIV) of the Bible, has helped shape the Bible translation and engagement space. He also highlights the importance of offering translations, most especially to the under-represented languages, and notes that AI has helped them immensely in accelerating the process of Bible translation.

    A global summit happening this coming April 8th to 10th at Plano, Dallas, is also one of the key events that Joshua has been working on. It is focused on tackling and sharing more insights for different ministry leaders, discussing more about using technology to enhance the Bible translation and engagement space. For more information about this event, visit missional.ai and check out their last year’s summit videos.

    Tune in to discover more about Biblica and Missional AI and learn how they are transforming the Bible reading experience.

    Show Notes
    • Biblica - it is a global ministry focused on incorporating innovations to reach more people with the Bible through their different Scripture translations

    • Missional AI - a global movement dedicated to exploring how artificial intelligence can revolutionize missional engagement

    • New International Version (NIV) - the most widely read translation of the Bible in contemporary English, officially published in 1978 with its latest revisions released in 2011.


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    35 分