Bible Translation Innovation Digest: June 2025
Exploring what’s advancing Scripture access around the world
In this edition
This month’s highlight: a series of video interviews with leading technologists exploring how AI is actively supporting Bible translation. From agentic AI to intelligent editing and field adoption, these conversations offer a behind-the-scenes look at the tools and thinking shaping emerging translation efforts.
We’ve also included a key resource on Evaluating Bible Translation and the June Prayer Calendar to guide your intercession as we pursue the All-Access Goals together.
Conversations on Innovation
Insights from Technology Leaders | How AI Is Supporting Bible Translation
The Innovation Lab recently interviewed leaders in Bible translation to explore how AI is advancing efforts in 2025. These experts share updates on the tools they’re building, breakthroughs they’ve seen, and the challenges they’re tackling as AI is incorporated into translation workflows.
Watch the complete interview compilation:
Watch selected interviews from the series:
Christopher Klapp on the Evolving Role of AI in Bible Translation
Damien Daspit on Intelligent Editing and AI in Bible Translation
Daniel Whitenack on Agentic AI and Assisted Translation Tools
James Cuenod on AI Integration and What’s Next for Bible Translation
Michelle Bryant on Technology’s Role in Shaping Bible Translation
Ryder Wishart on Misconceptions and Innovation in Bible Translation Technology
Resources for Innovation
Evaluating Bible Translation: Quality in a Changing Landscape
As local churches and global partners explore new methods for translation, how do we define and measure quality? This whitepaper explores the Innovation Lab’s recommendations around multimodality, church-based QA methods, and iterative processes.
Prayer for Innovation
Uniting in intercession for the completion of the All-Access Goals by Pentecost 2033
“In all my prayers for you, I always pray with joy.” – Philippians 1:4
We’re seeing progress in Bible translation through radical local ownership and the integration of advanced technologies. As we enter June, we invite you to praise God with us and stand in focused prayer for continued acceleration.