Does AI have a place in the church? Weighing the pros and cons

 AI can be a touchy subject, especially when it comes to its place in the church.

Jason Moore author of AI and the Church: A Clear Guide for the Curious and Courageous says AI is neither inherently good nor inherently evil. He says it is a neutral tool capable of achieving remarkable feats when used wisely.

Moore has hands-on experience in the local church, giving him a deep understanding of the concerns ministry leaders and congregants have when introducing new technology such as AI.

Church elder's kindness out of this world

After an astronaut got stuck in space for much longer than expected, two senior citizens from his church received a surprise that was out of this world. 

Barry Wilmore, a member and elder of Providence Baptist Church in Pasadena, Texas, recently went to space for what should have been a week-long mission. 

In June, Wilmore and fellow astronaut Suni Williams were launched into space as the first humans to ride a Boeing Starliner spacecraft. During the launch, the spacecraft had issues with its thrusters, as well as leaking helium. 

Singer impresses Voice judges by performing 'Oceans' worship song

Lauren-Michael Sellers recently performed "Oceans" by Hillsong for the judges of The Voice TV show and got all four judges to turn their chairs. 

"I love this song," said judge and well-known singer Gwen Stefani. She was also the first to hit the button and see who was singing. 

Sellers is from Birmingham, Alabama, and is 35 years old. 

Maverick City Music faces backlash after recent collaboration with secular rap artist

Maverick City Music is facing plenty of backlash following a recent collaboration with a rap artist.

The five-time Grammy award-winning and six-time Dove award-winning worship collective is featured on a song on GloRilla's latest album Glorious alongside, Kirk Franklin, Chandler Moore and Kierra Sheard.

The song, 'Rain Down on Me' is the only song on the 15-track album that doesn't feature explicit or inappropriate lyrics. 

After hearing this news, fans of Maverick City quickly took to social media to react.

Rhett Walker collaborates on song in honour of friend battling ALS

Grammy-nominated artist, Rhett Walker recently teamed up with a close friend to create a special song. 

Ben Sturgell, Walker's friend, was diagnosed with ALS. He came to Walker with a song. He alongside Ben's brother, Todd, completed the single and they are now using it to raise funds for Ben and his family.

"My buddy Ben Sturgell has ALS," said Walker in a post on Facebook. "He brought a song to me, and we finished it together with his brother! 1, I said yes to honour his music and 2, I want people to stream it. 100% of the proceeds go to him and his son. ALS SUCKS!!"

God's Not Dead actor shares impact faith has on his life

Kevin Sorbo, who portrayed Hercules in the 90s TV show and more recently the lead in God's Not Dead franchise, is sharing his unshakable faith in Jesus. 

"In later teenage years in my 20s, I did a lot of stupid things," said Sorbo in an interview CBN News. "But I never went away from my faith. I never had that crisis where I didn’t believe in God or believe in Jesus."

After 12 years on the road, for King & Country take a break from touring

For the first time in over a decade, the popular Christian duo for King & Country is taking a break from tour life. 

"We will be focusing on something quite special...Creating," said the duo in a post on social media. "Creating our next (and hopefully) very best album(s) for you...And creating our next feature-length film."