As a pastor, you might be using ChatGPT to help with sermon preparation, newsletters, or social media posts. However, a recent legal development could affect how your data is handled. What Happened? In June 2025, OpenAI, the company behind ChatGPT, was ordered by a court to retain all user interactions, including deleted chats, indefinitely. This […] Source by ChurchTechToday.com | Resources for today’s church Read More
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