Tech Firm Launches AI Jesus Avatar for Video Calls

Camarillo, Calif. A tech company has introduced an artificial intelligence-generated avatar of Jesus that users can engage in video calls for $1.99 per minute, marking a new frontier in faith-based technology that blends personal spirituality with digital interaction.

The platform, developed by Just Like Me, allows users to receive prayers and encouragement in multiple languages. The avatar, visually modeled after actor Jonathan Roumie from the series "The Chosen," remembers past conversations despite occasional glitches like unsynchronized lip movements. "You do feel a little accountable to the AI. They're your friend. You've made an attachment," said Chris Breed, the company's CEO, who operates it alongside cofounder and investor Jeff Tinsley from a Southern California mansion. The AI was trained on the King James Bible and unspecified sermons, with a subscription package offering 45 minutes of access for $49.99 per month. When asked about AI's role in religion, the avatar responded, "I see AI as a tool that can help people explore Scripture, like a lamp that lights a path while we walk with God."

This innovation reflects a broader surge in religious AI tools, driven by the...