Pewbeam

Pewbeam AI is a groundbreaking church technology solution that revolutionizes how Bible verses are displayed during live worship services. Founded in 2025 by Dára Sobaloju, a product designer and AI developer based in Nigeria, Pewbeam addresses a common challenge faced by churches across Africa: the disruptive delays and inaccuracies that occur when pastors reference or paraphrase scriptures during sermons. Using advanced artificial intelligence, the platform listens to sermons in real-time and automatically projects the exact Bible verse on screen in under two seconds, creating a seamless worship experience that keeps congregations engaged with the Word.

The technology behind Pewbeam combines cutting-edge AI capabilities including speech-to-text processing, embedding vectors, RAG (Retrieval-Augmented Generation) framework, and contextual similarity search. What sets Pewbeam apart is its offline-first architecture, specifically designed to work in challenging environments with poor internet connectivity and unreliable power supply. This makes it ideal for churches across Nigeria and the African continent, where infrastructure limitations often hinder technology adoption. The system understands not just direct quotes but also paraphrases and contextual references, ensuring accuracy even when pastors speak naturally without following a script.

Currently in beta testing across Nigerian churches including CCI Global Ibadan, Pewbeam has already garnered significant attention from the tech community, with features on TechCabal and multiple media outlets. The company operates on a bootstrapped model and plans to adopt a sustainable business approach similar to YouVersion Bible app, where larger churches pay subscription fees that enable smaller congregations to access the tool for free. With a vision to serve millions of churchgoers across Africa and beyond, Pewbeam represents the intersection of faith and technology, demonstrating how AI can enhance spiritual experiences without compromising the authenticity of worship.