Digital communications can spread the divine message
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Posted June 12, 2019
With screen time on the rise, smartphones and social media platforms have become new fields for evangelization and parish communications. In this set of articles and videos from our partner Catholic News Service, we examine how some U.S. parishes are spreading the timeless Gospel message through cutting-edge technology channels.
Technology builds up the body of Christ
Digital communications can foster communion if screens do not serve as walls, but rather as windows connecting neighbors around the world and around the table of the Lord.
How parishes can engage members through social media
Livestreamed Masses and video loops in the church lobby can connect parishioners with each other while inviting potential believers to explore the faith more deeply
(See related videos.)
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