Accelerated Salvation? AI Sermons, Digital Religion, and Spiritual Optimization

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Artificial intelligence is increasingly woven in religious communication through sermon generators, pastoral chatbots, devotional assistants, and personalized spiritual guidance platforms. These technical innovations reflect a broader drive toward optimization in religious organizations, where efficiency, immediacy, and responsiveness are proffered as solutions. This talk will explore the paradoxes surrounding AI sermon construction and content creation expectations.

This public lecture is hosted by the Centre for Technology and Human Futures.

When: Wednesday, August 19, 2026
Time: 5:00 PM — 7:00 PM
Where: Moorgate Room,The University of Notre Dame, 10 Grafton Street, Chippendale NSW

Light refreshments on arrival from 5pm.

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