Heilongjiang Theological Seminary held a symposium to explore and assess the challenges that artificial intelligence (AI) presents to theological education.
According to the provincial TSPM, the symposium opened on Monday under the moderation of Rev. Li Meilan, the seminary's executive vice president. Following this, the head of the seminary's academic research office and several key faculty members shared insights on AI's impact on theological education. The participants unanimously agreed that AI is a significant gift of modern technological advancement, bringing unprecedented changes and opportunities to the world. Since the advent of applications like DeepSeek, various fields have experienced unparalleled convenience and efficiency.
"The rapid development of AI technology will inevitably affect all aspects of society, especially traditional education, prompting deep reflection and inspiration." President Lv Dezhi said, "The symposium not only helps unify our understanding but also allows us to address potential challenges, particularly the infiltration of heretical ideas in the AI era. We must remain highly vigilant and respond appropriately."
The faculty and staff of the seminary were encouraged to explore the prospects of AI in order to position Heilongjiang's theological education at the forefront of the times, adopting advanced teaching concepts to bear witness to the faith in this new era.
Zhang Xiaoyan, a senior researcher from the Heilongjiang Provincial Ethnic and Religious Affairs Committee, also attended the symposium and provided guidance.
Founded in 1996, the seminary now has a campus and is also the only seminary in China that accepts and trains deaf students to become pastors for deaf communities.
