We prioritize user security and privacy. All conversations are encrypted, and personal information is never shared or sold. Our system provides anonymous support, allowing users to seek guidance without fear of judgment.

The Digital Shepherd is trained on a carefully curated corpus of biblical texts, theological writings, and pastoral care resources, strongly emphasizing Anglican and Episcopalian traditions. Analyzing vast amounts of text and theological teachings to understand language patterns, liturgical forms and theological concepts.

No, the Digital Shepherd is not intended to replace human clergy or lay leadership. It's a supplementary tool designed to support and extend pastoral care, not substitute it. We encourage users to maintain relationships with their local faith communities.

Simply type your question, concern, or topic of interest into the chat interface. The Digital Shepherd will respond with relevant guidance, scriptures, or resources. You can engage in a dialogue to explore topics more deeply.

While the Digital Shepherd can offer guidance, it is not equipped to handle crisis situations. If you're experiencing an emergency, please get in touch with local emergency services or a crisis helpline immediately.

Absolutely! The Digital Shepherd can provide discussion prompts, biblical references, and explanations that can enrich group studies or facilitate meaningful conversations about faith. It's particularly well-suited for Anglican and Episcopal study groups, offering insights on the lectionary, church seasons, and denominational practices.

Currently, the Digital Shepherd’s default language is English. However, as we are powered by ChatGPT4o, translation into various languages is available. Ask the Digital Shepherd to translate responses into over 24 languages. Additionally the Digital Shepherd will continue to utilize training resources in Spanish.

Yes! We hope to expand our capabilities and knowledge base to serve other denominations and traditions within the Christian faith.

"Ask, and it will be given to you; seek, and you will find; knock, and the door will be opened to you. For everyone who asks receives; the one who seeks finds; and to the one who knocks, the door will be opened." (Matthew 7:7-8