AI Image Generation for Ministry

Using AI Image Generation for Ministry

Carl Barnhill

This article is based on Julia McCoy’s YouTube tutorial video on using AI Image Generation in Flux for ministry.


Using AI Image Generation for Ministry: A New Tool for Visual Gospel Communication

In an age where visual content drives engagement, ministry leaders have a new powerful tool for communicating the Gospel message. Julia McCoy, CEO at FirstMovers.ai, recently shared insights about Flux, an AI image generation tool that could help churches create more engaging visual content for their ministry.

“I’ve tried more than Midjourney, Dall-E, LeonardoFlux has an image quality that I would say is about ten times better than anything I’ve tried, which is pretty remarkable” McCoy explains in her tutorial. “This technology could offer ministry leaders a cost-effective way to create authentic, high-quality visuals for their sermons, social media posts, and church communications.”

 

PRACTICAL APPLICATION FOR MINISTRY 

Ministry leaders can generate over 30 high-quality images, making Flux an accessible tool for churches of all sizes.
Some potential applications include:

  • Creating engaging social media content to reach younger generations
  • Developing visual aids for Bible study materials
  • Designing church event promotional materials
  • Illustrating sermon points with contemporary imagery
  • Producing student ministry content that resonates with teens

 

TECHNICAL IMPLEMENTATION

The process involves using Flux Pro through the AI playground Fal.al. McCoy outlines the basic steps:
“First of all, you’re going to need at least ten images… We’re going to train the Flux Pro model… And we’re going to do it for under $8, which is going to give us more than 30 amazing images.”

 

RESPONSIBLE USAGE

When considering this technology for ministry, it’s important to remember McCoy’s wisdom about responsible usage: “With great power comes great responsibility.” Ministry leaders should ensure their visual content aligns with their message and values while maintaining authenticity in their communication.

 

COST EFFECTIVENESS

McCoy notes that each generated image costs only about $0.03. “We’re getting approximately 29 runs for every dollar.” This makes it an excellent stewardship option for churches looking to maximize their communication budget while maintaining high-quality visual standards.

Check out Julia McCoy’s Full Tutorial

CONCLUSION

As McCoy observes, “We’re living in the greatest age humanity has ever lived in in the AI age.” For ministry leaders, this presents an unprecedented opportunity to communicate timeless truths in contemporary ways. By thoughtfully implementing tools like Flux, churches can enhance their visual communication while maintaining focus on their core mission of sharing the Gospel. This technology offers ministry leaders a new way to fulfill the Great Commission in our digital age, helping them create visually compelling content that can reach people where they are — on their screens and social media feeds.

Remember, as McCoy emphasizes, “Critical thinkers, learners, and people that apply themselves to knowledge are going to be the people that really benefit in this new society.”

Ministry leaders who thoughtfully embrace these tools — while staying grounded in their mission — can effectively bridge the gap between traditional ministry and modern communication methods.

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About Carl Barnhill

Owner, Church Visuals

Carl Barnhill is a creative entrepreneur, motion designer and author. He is the Owner of Church Visuals, a company that helps Ministry Leaders visually communicate the Gospel. He is the host of the Your Visuals Matter Podcast. You can find him in Columbia, South Carolina with his wife, Katie and two sons, Jacob and Wesley.

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