Company overview
PewBeam is a Nigerian AI technology startup developing artificial intelligence-powered presentation software for churches. Its primary product is designed to help churches display relevant Bible verses automatically as pastors preach, reducing the need for manual scripture searches and interruptions during services.
The software listens to a pastor’s sermon, interprets spoken words, paraphrases and contextual references, and identifies relevant Bible passages for display on a projection screen in real time. This allows pastors to maintain the flow of their sermons while congregations follow the scriptures being discussed.
According to Technext’s March 2026 report, PewBeam was developed from an idea publicly shared by its founder, Dára Sobaloju, in August 2025. The application was subsequently launched for Windows and macOS after a period of development and testing with churches.
A distinguishing feature of PewBeam is its focus on contextual scripture recognition rather than relying exclusively on pastors mentioning exact Bible references. This makes it useful when a preacher quotes a passage from memory or explains a biblical concept without stating the chapter and verse.
Core products and services
PewBeam’s technology focuses on improving how churches manage presentations and communicate scripture during worship services.
Its main capabilities include:
- Real-time Bible verse detection: Identifies relevant Bible passages as pastors speak.
- Contextual scripture recognition: Recognises biblical references even when pastors paraphrase or quote passages without specifying chapter and verse.
- Automated scripture projection: Displays identified verses on church screens without requiring media teams to search manually.
- Church presentation software: Provides a technology platform for managing scripture display during live services.
- Congregational engagement: Supports members following sermons, highlighting Bible passages and taking notes.
The company’s initial desktop application is available for Windows and macOS. Its product development roadmap has also included broader presentation capabilities intended to make it a more comprehensive church presentation platform.
Technology and approach
PewBeam applies AI to speech recognition and contextual understanding to connect spoken sermons with relevant biblical passages. Rather than requiring a pastor to provide exact scripture references, the system is designed to interpret the meaning of spoken words and identify corresponding passages.
The product addresses a practical challenge in church media operations: delays that occur when projection teams manually search for Bible verses during sermons.
The company’s approach is particularly relevant to churches seeking to incorporate technology into worship without requiring pastors to change their natural preaching styles.
Business model
PewBeam operates a freemium pricing model, offering a free option for smaller churches and fellowships, alongside paid subscriptions. Its pricing approach also considers geographical differences in purchasing power, with location-based pricing intended to make the software accessible to congregations in different markets.
Company details and contact information
Company name: Pewbeam
Legal entity: Pewbeam Technologies Limited
Industry: Artificial Intelligence and Church Technology
Location: Lagos, Nigeria
Founder: Dára Sobaloju
Website: https://pewbeam.com
Product availability: Windows and macOS
