Hey, I'm Todd Thornton, and I am so glad you're here. Ministry looks different for everyone. Whether you're on staff, volunteering, or just trying to make a difference, AI can help you do it better. Three things I want you to know right up front. 1) Don't just lurk. Post (1) one word in the comments. An AI tool you use, something you want to accomplish, a hidden talent. Anything. I will personally respond to every single one with my best idea for how I can help. If I'm wrong, the egg is on my face and some responses might be hilarious. 2) This is a "public" community. Everything here is visible, searchable, and shareable, even to non-members. That's on purpose. We want people to find this content. But if that's not for you, no hard feelings at all. 3) This is a link-free thread. Leave the URLs out and bring the real you. We want your thoughts, your questions, and your experience, not your bookmarks. If you are not a member you won't be able to comment or track completion in courses, but if you find something you like, just grab the link and share it freely. Posts, course pages, anything. We believe in full transparency. This is just who we are. If you're still in, let's take it one step at a time. Step one is simple. Drop only (1) ONE word in the comments below and let's see how creative Todd can get with his response.

Glad you're here. Here's the quick rundown: - We're folding in our paid community into this one - 50% of content will be free going forward - If you need extra help or detailed implementation, that will be available inside this same community - This is a "Freemium" model, which means all content threads are open to anyone - Free posts are courses are public (you can share any link and anyone can view it without signing in) - Premium and VIP tiers will also be available soon Right now, I'm focused on moving the best existing content into this community and designing this space to last long term. Things may look a little rough around the edges during the transition, and I appreciate your patience while everything gets dialed in. If you need anything, let us know. Introduce yourself with "one word" in our main "Welcome Post"

Last updated 5/20/2026 I'm not big on having a lot of complex rules, but because we've decided to make this community public, we'll need to be more intentional about keeping the conversation healthy, on-topic, and welcoming for everyone who stops by. Public visibility means a wider audience, which is great for the mission, but it also means we have to keep a closer eye on things than we would in a closed group. We've all seen groups where every thread becomes a pitch, every comment is a thinly veiled ad, and the actual learning gets buried under self-promotion. That's not what we're building here. This is a space for ministry leaders, pastors, and church workers to learn, experiment, and grow together in using AI thoughtfully for Kingdom work. These rules will adjust as we learn what the community needs. A note on grace Most rule breaks come from people who didn't read the guidelines, not bad actors. We'll assume the best on a first offense. If you're unsure whether something fits, ask a moderator before posting. Questions about these guidelines are always welcome. Message a moderator anytime. We'd rather answer than enforce. The short version - Follow the Golden Rule and treat each other with respect - Be positive and make an effort - Search before asking questions - Paid offerings go in Show and Tell only, never in regular threads - Free, genuinely useful resources are welcome when they fit the conversation - Don't repeat the same link across multiple threads - No affiliate links, no DM pitches, no spam When a thread is link-free, you'll see a note from moderators inside the post. Respect those zones. 1. Follow the Golden Rule Treat others the way you'd want to be treated. This is the foundation everything else rests on. 2. Be positive Bring energy that builds the community up. Disagree freely, but treat each other with respect. Personal attacks, sarcasm aimed at members, and contempt have no place here. We can be honest without being unkind.