The Barna Faith and Culture Report

In this episode, David Kinnaman and Ashley Lalonde  sit down with Andy Crouch to explore new Barna data on AI adoption among Christians and pastors, and what it reveals about the future of faith and culture. Together, they unpack the rise of “easy everywhere” technology, the growing influence of AI in Bible study and why human formation still requires something technology can’t provide.

You’ll also hear why practices like silence, solitude and focused attention matter more than ever—and how the Church can resist digital distraction while forming people for depth, resilience and real connection.

• Download this free resource to discover trends that are shaping the church.
• Watch this episode on Barna’s Youtube Channel.
• View all Faith and Culture Report podcast episodes on our podcast page.
  
  

In this debut episode of the Faith & Culture Report, David Kinnaman and Ashley LaLonde explore a surprising shift in the spiritual landscape: 66% of U.S. adults say they’ve made a personal commitment to Jesus—and that number is rising. Drawing on new Barna research, this conversation examines growing spiritual openness, changing faith trends in America and what these shifts mean for the future of the Church. This episode sets the foundation for a new kind of conversation—one grounded in data, shaped by lived experience and focused on helping you discern what’s next for faith, culture and the Church.

• Download this free resource to discover trends that are shaping the church.
• Read this article for more insights on the rise of spiritual renewal.
• Watch this episode on Barna’s Youtube Channel.
• View all Faith and Culture Report podcast episodes on our podcast page.

Join David Kinnaman and Ashley LaLonde from Barna Group as they explore the latest insights at the intersection of faith and culture. Each episode brings together data, stories, and expert voices to help you lead with clarity and confidence in a changing world.