"Lo studio presentato in questo lavoro può essere considerato come un contributo al campo della pastorale giovanile nell'Arcidiocesi di Ivano-Frankivsk, nel contesto della Chiesa Greco-Cattolica Ucraina (CGCU). Particolare attenzione è rivolta all'uso dei media digitali come strumento efficace di
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evangelizzazione. Sulla base dell'analisi dei documenti ecclesiastici, del contesto storico dello sviluppo della CGCU e delle sfide attuali per i giovani, sono state definite le direzioni strategiche dell'attività pastorale. Le piattaforme digitali sono ormai parte integrante della vita dei giovani e fungono sia da canali di socializzazione che da piattaforme di espressione personale. Per la Chiesa questo apre nuove opportunità di evangelizzazione, ma allo stesso tempo rende necessario un adattamento alle particolarità dell'ambiente digitale. L'analisi ha dimostrato che la Chiesa dovrebbe integrare un approccio multimediale nelle sue strategie pastorali. Creare contenuti di qualità che rispondano agli interessi e alle esigenze dei giovani può aiutare a comunicare meglio i valori del Vangelo. Tuttavia, ciò richiede una consapevolezza dei rischi potenziali dell'ambiente digitale, come la dipendenza, la superficialità della percezione e l'enfasi sulla soggettività. La Chiesa non deve solo essere rappresentata in tali contesti, ma anche formarne attivamente il contenuto." (Conclusioni, pagina 81)
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"El Sínodo sobre la Sinodalidad marcó un punto de inflexión en la misión y la vida de la Iglesia. No ha sido ajeno a ello la reflexión acerca de la evangelización en el mundo digital. La participación de la Hna. Xiskya Valladares en las Asambleas Sinodales como representante de esa misión pe
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rmitió incorporar una perspectiva para comprender desafíos y oportunidades de la Iglesia allí. Su testimonio ofrece aportes sobre cómo fue recibido este tema y qué caminos se vislumbran para el futuro." (Resumen)
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"La sinodalidad, rasgo de una Iglesia misionera, requiere una comunicación auténtica que fomente la credibilidad y la participación. Frente al individualismo y la cultura de la sospecha contemporáneos, se destaca la importancia de los bienes relacionales, en particular de la confianza. En una Ig
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lesia donde todos participan de la misión, la confianza surge como un valor fundamental. En el mundo digital, esta se distribuye horizontalmente, aportando empatía y autenticidad a los mensajes." (Resumen)
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"El presente escrito es un acercamiento al “ser”, el “hacer” y el “mensaje” de la misión digital desde los envíos del Resucitado en los sinópticos. El análisis de Lc 24,36-53 ilumina el ser del misionero digital como un testigo movido por el Espíritu Santo. Mt 28,19-20 define el hac
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er misionero con el imperativo de hacer discípulos. Mc 16,14-20 subraya el mensaje –la proclamación del kerigma–, que debe ser acompañado por signos. Los envíos ofrecen coordenadas esenciales para una praxis misionera digital que sea significativa en la actualidad." (Resumen)
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"El mundo digital es hoy un nuevo pozo de Sicar, donde muchas personas buscan saciar su sed de sentido, verdad y comunión. Inspirado en la simbología bíblica de la sed y el agua viva, este artículo propone una reflexión sobre la misión digital como un llamado urgente a evangelizar, dialogar, e
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scuchar, acompañar, testimoniar y transformar. La misión digital no es solo una herramienta, sino una vocación eclesial que llama a crear comunidad." (Abstract)
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"El presente artículo explora la comprensión de la misión digital en el magisterio del Papa Francisco, en estrecha conexión con su propuesta de una Iglesia en salida misionera. A partir del análisis de diversos documentos de su magisterio, se muestra cómo la conversión pastoral y misionera co
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nstituye la clave hermenéutica fundamental para interpre tar la presencia eclesial en los ambientes digitales. Asimismo, se examina el modo específico en que Francisco configura la misión digital como una práctica evangelizadora encarnada, creativa y samaritana." (Resumen)
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"Este artículo reflexiona sobre la misión de la Iglesia en el contexto digital a la luz del mandato evangélico de anunciar la Buena Nueva. Inspirado en la pedagogía del relato de Emaús (Lc 24), el texto propone un modelo de evangelización basado en el encuentro, la escucha, el diálogo y el te
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stimonio, elementos clave para una comunicación eclesial significativa en la era digital. El artículo se divide en tres partes: primero, se presenta el fundamento teológico y pastoral de la misión cristiana; luego, se reflexiona sobre los desafíos y posibilidades de las redes digitales como un nuevo espacio misionero, introduciendo el concepto de “anti-influencia digital”; finalmente, se desarrolla el “método Emaús”, ofreciendo orientaciones pastorales para una praxis evangelizadora en red. El texto subraya la necesidad de una Iglesia en salida, capaz de dialogar con lacultura digital y de “inflamar el corazón” (Papa Francisco) de los hombres y mujeres contemporáneos." (Resumen)
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"Este artículo reflexiona sobre la necesidad de una adecuada inculturación pastoral en la cultura digital, como un nuevo entorno que interpela a la Iglesia a establecer un diálogo con esta realidad emergente. El dinamismo propio de lo digital transforma valores, lenguajes y relaciones, exigiendo
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nuevas respuestas pastorales. En este contexto, se propone el desarrollo de una pastoral digital que reconozca y acompañe a los evangelizadores presentes en las redes sociales, integrando su acción misionera en la vida y comunión eclesial. A la luz del proceso sinodal, se profundiza en la dimensión misionera y participativa de estos entornos y se plantea la necesidad de una reflexión jurídica que fundamente y legitime la misión digital desde el Derecho Canónico. Inspirado por el “Sínodo Digital”, el artículo busca iluminar procesos que favorezcan una Iglesia en salida, capaz de habitar con autenticidad las nuevas periferias del mundo digital." (Resumen)
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"Este artículo busca explorar la importancia de la escucha en los ambientes digitales, comprendidos como una cultura que la Iglesia está llamada a habitar para evangelizar y construir comunión. La reflexión se centra en la experiencia pastoral de “La Iglesia te escucha”, una iniciativa desar
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rollada en el marco del Sínodo de la Sinodalidad convocado por el Papa Francisco. A partir de esta experiencia, se evidencia la necesidad de una pastoral digital que acompañe los procesos de fe de quienes viven en esta cultura y, especialmente, que se acerque a quienes se sienten más alejados de la Iglesia. El artículo busca mostrar cómo la escucha activa, en el contexto de la cultura digital, no solo fortalece la comunión eclesial, sino que también posibilita el encuentro con las “periferias existenciales” de nuestro tiempo." (Resumen)
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"One of the problems the Philippines faces is the plague of misinformation, and this paper provides the groundwork for a possible Catholic-Thomistic response. In this work, the researcher attempts to answer the question of why Catholics need to solve this problem and what they can do to solve it. Th
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e paper resolves this question by arguing that it is the obligation of Catholics to share the truth through charitable instruction. The work then suggests that training programs dealing with misinformation and appropriate social media usage should be given at the parochial and grassroots levels. It also advocates for the utilization of Catholic schools by teaching students how to use social media properly and how to charitably instruct others to be wise on online platforms. Furthermore, the work reminds Catholics that they urge the state to uphold the common good by enacting programs that support charitable instruction in the context of social media usage in the country, whether by revamping the educational system or by boosting the country's fact-checking capabilities. To arrive at this, the work discusses the following: the Catholic social teachings on the Christian call to instruct the ignorant vis-à-vis St. Thomas Aquinas' views on it and the societal common good in Catholic doctrine. From there, the researcher extrapolates a possible response to misinformation that Catholics may adopt. Practical recommendations are then given toward the end of the paper." (Abstract)
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"This paper explores the transformative impact of social media on mediumship practice within the context of Mother Goddesses worship (Dao Mâu) in contemporary Vietnam. By examining the ways in which spirit mediums and practitioners utilise social media platforms, the study reveals that these digita
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l spaces facilitate the open expression of belief, foster connections among practitioners, and enable the sharing and promotion of spiritual services as well asthe online trade in ritual costumes and objects. Furthermore, social media has become a catalyst for emerging trends directly influencing the ritual practices and increasing the visibility of spirit mediums in today's society, creating generational shifts between younger spirit mediums and their predecessors, who practiced their belief in pre-renovation Vietnam under precarious circumstances. As rituals become more visible and accessible through social media, the interplay between digital and spiritual realms becomes increasingly significant. The findings suggest that social media not only enhances a sense of community among practitioners that transcends geographical boundaries, but also shapes the continuing developments of this traditional practices, contributing to a dynamic landscape of Mother Goddesses worship in Vietnam today. This research underscores the agency and significance of digital platforms, in particular social media, in transforming spiritual expressions and adapting cultural traditions in the modern era." (Abstract)
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"In an era defined by rapid technological advancements, technosocial issues have emerged, positioning technology as a doubleedged tool that can either foster human flourishing or contribute to moral and societal decline. These challenges provide an opportunity for the Catholic Church to reassess its
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moral teachings and establish guidelines for technology. Pope Francis addresses these concerns in his papal encyclicals Laudato Si' (2015) and Fratelli Tutti (2020), where he critically examines the ethical implications of technology and calls for its responsible and morally grounded application. This study analyzes Pope Francis' framing of technology through Claes H. de Vreese's (2005) Framing Theory, identifying the internal and external factors that influence his perspective. Additionally, it employs qualitative critical content analysis to extract key themes from the encyclicals and relational content analysis to relate them with Shannon Vallor's (2016) twelve Technomoral Virtues. The study's findings reveal that Pope Francis' framing of technology acknowledges both its benefits and risks while emphasizing moral responsibility as a guiding principle. Furthermore, the findings highlight the need for ethical discernment in technological advancements, reinforcing Pope Francis' call for responsible and morally grounded digital engagement." (Abstract)
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"This sociolinguistic study examines the Facebook page of a Catholic parish in the Philippines as a figured world. The figured world framework is a way of viewing a particular locus of interaction as a product of social and cultural construction. This lens, which has been widely used to examine educ
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ation contexts, is applied in this study to the novel context of online religious community interactions. By using the figured world approach to discourse analysis, this research extends the view of social media for religious purposes beyond its usual attractions of entertainment, selfdocumentation, and self-expression. This paper argues that Facebook, as a platform for the digital staging of Catholic parish life, is an important space for the discursive (re)construction of church purpose, participation, interaction, and identity, with potentially important implications to the Catholic Church’s missiological trajectory." (Abstract)
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"This sociological and ethnographic study develops and employs an ecosystemic approach to examine the effects of digitalization on religious beliefs and practices among young Christians in a Pentecostal megachurch in Singapore. Through extensive fieldwork and qualitative data analysis, this paper un
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covers how the religious identity of young Christians evolves within a dynamic ecosystem shaped by indirect and direct digitalization. It outlines how Christian beliefs and practices transform indirectly through the digitalization of faith-based communities and religious authorities, and directly through individual engagement with social media and communication apps. This research contributes to understanding the interplay between religion and digitalization in the lives of young Christians in Southeast Asia, which calls for further exploration in this diverse cultural context. Conceptually, this paper proposes a framework for a more systematic and comprehensive study of the blended nature of online and offline religion, digital religion." (Abstract)
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"This article discusses public relations (PR) and advertising in the work of the rabbi in Israel. The rabbi's influence is felt within the religious population such as through the Sabbath sermon from the synagogue pulpit to congregants, but the media is an additional channel to spreading the rabbi's
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religious message. The traditional, and secular Israeli Jewish population-as distinct from religiously observant (25 per cent of the Israeli Jewish population)-have no regular daily or weekly interaction with the synagogue, which raises the question of the rabbis using extra-synagogual channels to reach them, notably mass media channels. In order to throw light on rabbis' attitudes to public relations, the author carried out a survey of Israeli rabbis. Overall, differences were found between rabbis' attitudes to PR and actual practice. The actual appearance of rabbis in the media is less. In attitudinal terms, Haredi or ultra-Orthodox rabbis scored highly in rating the importance of PR, compared to rabbis from other streams, even though Haredi rabbis live in cultural ghettos and Jewish life for them is focused on the synagogue and Torah learning. Reaching beyond the pulpit was also important for the more intensive substream of modern orthodoxy, "Hardal". By corollary, it was surprising that PR among the non-Orthodox rabbis-notwithstanding that their arena of religious outreach was secular Israel-was rated lower." (Abstract)
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"This research explores the ethical implications of using social media and fostering interfaith dialogue across religious traditions and cultures, utilizing Confucian principles as a framework for analysis. This research delves into the nuanced exploration of the Confucian Golden Rule within the Ana
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lects focusing on the Confucian concept of Ren, a central virtue emphasizing humaneness, benevolence, and social harmony, which offers valuable guidance for ethical media practices. By examining specific case studies and analyzing the ethical implications of media portrayals, this research aims to identify areas for improvement and offer recommendations for more ethical and responsible media practices by employing the analytical perspectives of Alfredo Co, Richard Ang. Co's meticulous examination unveils the cultural and historical context shaping Confucius' moral paradigm, elucidating the subtle interplay between filial piety and ethical conduct. Ang's critical lens adds depth by dissecting the linguistic nuances embedded in the Analects, deciphering the layered meanings behind Confucius' aphorisms and their implications for moral conduct. Key findings include the challenges of misinformation, online harassment, and commercialization in social media. The research highlights the importance of using social media responsibly, promoting religious open-mindedness, and fostering community engagement. This research shows the moral framework created by Co and Ang and investigates the multifaceted pathways of Confucian philosophy, highlighting significance of Confucius' teachings as foundational guidelines for ethical behavior in modern society. It offers valuable insights for religious people, educators, and media professionals seeking to promote ethical and responsible online practices." (Abstract)
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"The way people communicate, gather, and process information continues to evolve in response to new communication technologies. With the rise of the internet and digital media, the use of traditional media platforms, such as radio, decreased. Radio Veritas Asia (RVA), a non-profit Catholic radio sta
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tion, transitioned from shortwave broadcasting to a digital online format to address the decline in its radio listenership. With these changes in RVA, this study aimed to understand the media consumption patterns, preferences, and satisfaction levels of religious online media consumers in South and Southeast Asia, including the Philippines, with a specific focus on their engagement with the Radio Veritas Asia website. Through online surveys, the study found that media consumption patterns, preferences, and satisfaction levels vary moderately across the Philippines, Southeast Asia, and South Asia. The frequency of religious content consumption, such as news about the Catholic faith and daily Gospel reflections via the RVA website, ranges from three to seven days per week. While the internet offers multimodality-encompassing textual, visual, audio, and audiovisual formats-there remains a strong preference for written text among South and Southeast Asian audiences. Satisfaction levels were consistently high across all areas. This satisfaction is influenced by RVA's digital platform's characteristics, its usability, and its content, which effectively address the cognitive, emotional, and social needs of the audience." (Abstract)
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"Erstmals wird mit diesem Buch eine alle Epochen umfassende Monographie über den Irak bis zur Gegenwart vorgelegt, und zwar aus Sicht des Christentums. Die religionswissenschaftliche Untersuchung rückt dabei auch die islamischen Strömungen sowie weitere religiöse Minderheiten und Ethnien, insbes
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ondere die Jesiden, in den Fokus. Der Schwerpunkt liegt auf dem 20. und 21. Jahrhundert. Mit Blick auf den politischen Kontext wird der Sturz Saddam Husseins analysiert, die Verfassungsentwürfe untersucht und den Wurzeln der Entstehung des Terrorregimes des „Islamischen Staates“ nachgegangen. Diese Darstellung der politischen und gesellschaftlichen Faktoren wird um das Wirken der christlichen Kirchen im Irak ergänzt. Dabei nimmt die Diplomatie des Heiligen Stuhls im Zweistromland breiten Raum ein. Die wissenschaftliche Untersuchung mit einem umfassenden Literaturverzeichnis und unbekannten Archivmaterialien verbindet die Sicht von Religion und Politik im Irak. Sie ist eine Hommage an die Christen, die – trotz des anhaltenden Exodus – im Land verblieben sind, und eine Erinnerung an die ungezählten vom Terror ermordeten Opfer von Christen und Jesiden. Die kenntnisreiche Analyse der Reise von Papst Franziskus in den Irak 2021 macht deutlich, dass die Christen eine Zukunft im Land einfordern, am Aufbau der Zivilgesellschaft mitwirken wollen und für eine friedliche Koexistenz werben, wie sie über Jahrhunderte praktiziert wurde. Ihr Handeln ist ein Zeugnis dafür, dass sie wesentlicher Motor einer Versöhnungsgeschichte sind, die in die Gesellschaft hineinwirkt. Die Realität ist trotzdem bitter: Das Christentum im Irak steht vor seinem Ende. Wenn es nicht zu einer politischen Wende im Land kommt und stattdessen radikalisierende Weltbilder weiter zunehmen, droht das Christentum zu erlöschen. So müssen die irakischen Christen für ihr kulturelles Erbe auch künftig um das Überleben kämpfen. Ihren blutigen und steinigen Weg bis heute zeichnet der Autor nach. „Iraks christliches Erbe“ ist das historische und religionswissenschaftliche Kaleidoskop eines reichen Vermächtnisses in der Wiege der Menschheit." (Verlagsbeschreibung)
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"Ist Künstliche Intelligenz der neue Gott des digitalen Zeitalters? In diesem tiefgründigen Essay entfaltet Claudia Paganini eine philosophisch brisante These: Erstmals erschafft der Mensch einen Gott, statt ihn nur zu denken. Die KI übernimmt zunehmend, was einst der Religion vorbehalten war: Si
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nnstiftung, Orientierung, allzeit verfügbare Antworten. Wir beten nicht mehr, wir klicken. Mit analytischer Schärfe und theologischem Weitblick untersucht Paganini die spirituellen Konsequenzen dieser Entwicklung und zeigt: Im anbrechenden dritten Jahrtausend könnten nicht nur Menschen durch KI ersetzt werden, sondern auch kein geringerer als Gott selbst. Eine provokante Überlegung an der Schnittstelle von Religion und Technik." (Verlagsbeschreibung)
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