From a chance encounter with a missing dog to building the future of biblically-aligned artificial intelligence – this is the remarkable story of how divine providence is shaping the next generation of AI for ministry.

The Dog That Changed Everything

What if I told you that a lost dog named Hadassah would become the unlikely catalyst for the most ambitious Christian AI project of our time? It sounds like fiction, but as French pastor and AI specialist Eric Celerier reveals in his compelling talk at Missional AI 2025, sometimes God works in the most unexpected ways.

Watch the full presentation above to discover how this incredible journey unfolded and what it means for the future of Christian ministry.

The Hidden Problem with Current AI Systems

Before diving into the solution, Celerier exposes a shocking reality about today’s AI landscape that every Christian should understand. When he tested ChatGPT with a simple request – “make a joke about Jesus” – the AI readily complied. But when he asked for a joke about Mohammed, it refused, claiming it would be a “misrepresentation about important religion.”

Who decided that hierarchy of respect? And what does this reveal about AI alignment?

As Celerier demonstrates in his eye-opening presentation, every AI system reflects the values of its creators. The question isn’t whether AI has values – it’s whose values are being programmed into these powerful systems.

From Vision to Reality: Building Biblically-Aligned AI

The breakthrough came 16 years ago during a Skype call (remember those?) when Celerier first learned about artificial intelligence. Even then, he had a prophetic vision: AI would be used to answer people’s questions instantly on mobile phones, bringing the words of Jesus directly to seekers worldwide.

What happened next will surprise you. Watch the video to see how:

• A team of theologians, data scientists, and engineers came together
• The Catholic Church joined the project (yes, really!)
• 400 different trusted Christian sources were compiled
• 1 million conversations from Hello Bible were used for fine-tuning
• A revolutionary “factory” approach was developed for custom AI models

The MAGA Revolution You Haven’t Heard About

Celerier introduces a different kind of MAGA movement – not “Make America Great Again,” but “Make AI Great Also.” This isn’t about politics; it’s about ensuring that artificial intelligence serves God’s kingdom rather than undermining it.

The presentation reveals three critical insights:

1. AI Doesn’t Just Generate Words – It Reflects Convictions
2. Alignment Must Be Measured, Not Assumed
3. The Church Must Shape AI, Not Be Shaped By It

Beyond English: A Global Mission

One of the most compelling aspects of this project is its international scope. As Celerier points out, current AI models like Llama 3.3 were trained with only 0.2% French content – and French is one of the world’s major languages!

Imagine the implications for reaching people in Madagascar, rural India, or remote villages across Africa.

The video details how this team is addressing language barriers and cultural contexts that mainstream AI completely overlooks. This isn’t just about translation – it’s about truly understanding how different Christian traditions approach Scripture and faith.

The Open Source Promise

Perhaps the most revolutionary aspect of this project is the commitment to open source the final model. Unlike commercial AI companies focused on profit, this team’s goal is simple: advance God’s kingdom.

When the model is ready and all rights are secured, it will be freely available to:

• Churches and ministries worldwide
• Christian businesses and organizations
• Missionaries and evangelists
• Bible study groups and seminaries
• Anyone seeking to integrate faith and technology

What This Means for You

Whether you’re a pastor, missionary, Christian business owner, or simply someone interested in how faith and technology intersect, this presentation offers profound insights into the future of ministry.

Key takeaways you’ll discover in the full video:

• How to test AI alignment in your own ministry context
• Why current benchmarks miss the most important metrics
• The difference between Catholic and Evangelical approaches to AI training
• Practical applications for evangelization, discipleship, and sermon preparation
• How to get involved in this groundbreaking project

The Question That Changes Everything

Celerier concludes with a challenge that every Christian leader should consider: “Is AI shaping the church, or is the church shaping AI?”

The answer to that question will determine whether artificial intelligence becomes a powerful tool for advancing the Gospel or another means of undermining biblical values in our increasingly digital world.

Watch the Complete Presentation

This blog post only scratches the surface of Eric Celerier’s fascinating journey and vision. The full presentation contains detailed technical insights, inspiring stories of divine providence, and practical steps for getting involved in this historic project.

Don’t miss the complete story – watch the embedded video above to see how God is using a French pastor, a lost dog named “for such a time as this,” and a team of dedicated believers to revolutionize AI for the kingdom of God.