By Ezekiel Polinati
Visakhapatnam, May 24, 2025: In a pioneering effort to revolutionize news reporting, MSFS Dhyanasharam hosted a dynamic two-day workshop, “AI-Powered News Reporting & Content Creation: Journalism 2.0.” Designed to equip clergy and religious communicators with cutting-edge artificial intelligence tools, May 23 to 24 initiative marks a bold step forward in content creation and news dissemination.
“This workshop wasn’t just about learning AI tools—it was about embracing a new era where technology empowers us to tell impactful stories and extend our mission to wider audiences,” said Dhyanashram Director, Fransalian Fr. Sabin Sebastian, emphasizing the transformative potential of AI in journalism.
Providing deeper insights into AI-integrated media, Fr. C.M. Paul, Director of Radio Salesian and Salesian TV Darjeeling, underscored AI’s role in reshaping the landscape of news reporting.
“The energy and engagement from participants were remarkable. AI is not just a fleeting trend—it’s a powerful asset that will make news reporting more dynamic, efficient, and widely accessible,” said workshop facilitator Fr. Paul, highlighting AI’s capacity to redefine storytelling.
The workshop drew 23 delegates from across Andhra Pradesh and Chhattisgarh, representing diverse communication backgrounds and mission fields.
Over two intensive days, participants engaged in hands-on sessions, mastering AI-driven news creation using tools such as ChatGPT, Meta AI, Copilot, Grok, DeepSeek, and Gemini AI. Each attendee applied their learnings to real-time, mission-relevant topics, ensuring a practical and impactful experience.
Reflecting on the workshop’s impact, Sister of St Anne’s Luzern Lissy Mathew shared, “Working on live topics with AI tools was eye-opening. This experience has given me practical skills to make our news reporting more relevant and mission-driven.”
Expressing deep appreciation for the initiative, Pastor Prashanth Kumar stated, “We’re laying the foundation for a future where mission-driven journalism is not only responsive but boldly innovative, thanks to AI’s transformative power.”
Adding her perspective, Salesian Sister Prameela Sundari Pulapati remarked, “This workshop not only provided invaluable tools and knowledge but also significantly enhanced my news reporting skills.”
With AI rapidly reshaping the media industry, “Journalism 2.0” has set a precedent for leveraging technology in faith-driven communication, ensuring news remains engaging, accurate, and mission-focused in the digital era.