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Episode 2:🎙️ Corey Alderin on Embracing AI, Strategy & Innovation in the Church
Jun 16, 2025
In This Episode: The Real Cost of DIY Church Tech, the AI Shift, and Why Post-COVID Churches Are Thinking Differently
Corey Alderin is no stranger to innovation. From building devotionals and Facebook pages that reached millions to launching Sermon Shots—an AI-powered tool that helps churches turn sermons into shareable content—Corey’s journey is a testament to what happens when faith and tech collide.
In this episode, Jason Alexis chats with Corey about the evolution of digital ministry, the pitfalls of underinvesting in technology, and how churches can strategically leverage AI without losing their soul. It’s a rich conversation full of wisdom, humor, and actionable insight for ministry leaders, pastors, and Christian creatives alike.
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đź’¬ Key Highlights & Quotes
“You saved $200, but you lost 100 hours of time.”
— Corey Alderin
“The building isn’t the church. If you can still connect with people digitally, you’re doing something right.”
— Jason Alexis
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Corey’s early success building a devotional platform and Facebook page that reached 5M+ followers.
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The shift from long-form to short-form content and the birth of Sermon Shots.
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Why churches are rethinking DIY tech stacks that rely on “that one volunteer who knows IT.”
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The post-COVID shift: Why more churches are getting ahead of the tech curve.
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Addressing the hesitation: “AI is not here to replace the Holy Spirit.”
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Practical use cases where AI can support ministry without replacing biblical conviction.
🧠Jason’s Take
What I appreciated most about this conversation is how real Corey was about the mistakes we’ve all made in ministry tech. As someone who’s also walked through the world of digital ministry tools, I couldn’t agree more—saving a few bucks upfront can cost hours of time, energy, and volunteer goodwill later. His insights on post-pandemic church trends and digital adoption are both sobering and hopeful. We’re not in 2015 anymore—and that’s a good thing.
🔧 Tools & Resources Mentioned
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Sermon Shots – AI video clipping tool for churches. Get 2 FREE Clips.
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Book Brush – Canva-style tool for authors (Corey’s first SaaS project)
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Jason Alexis is passionate about helping churches, ministries, and nonprofits reach a mobile, global generation through data-driven marketing and communication strategies. With a background in engineering, he applies a scientific, common-sense approach to church communications, leveraging modern tools like mobile apps, text messaging, and social media. As the founder of Fluid Ministry, he has created church-specific apps such as PastorsLine.com, Display.Church, Confirmed.church, and CCBchimp.com. A devout Christian, Jason leads with integrity and grace, sharing insights through rethinkministry while balancing life as a homeschooling dad, tennis player, and cycling enthusiast.
