The rapid advancement of computing technologies and artificial intelligence (AI) is fundamentally reshaping both society and the educational landscape. This study examines faculty experiences and attitudes toward the role of AI in teaching and research within the distinct context of Christian higher education. While recognizing the potential of AI to drive educational innovation, this research also addresses significant faculty concerns regarding the implications for academic integrity, critical thinking, and intellectual property. Specifically, the study investigates faculty perspectives on data security and privacy, the reproduction of creative expression in art and music, and the broader impact of AI on the liberal arts and spiritual communities. Using a mixed-methods approach, we examine the intersection of technological change with enduring questions about human identity and spirituality. The findings of this research offer insight into the challenges and opportunities AI presents to Christian higher education institutions as they seek to navigate a new era defined by the central question: "What does it mean to be human in the age of smart machines?"
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