Christian missionaries have found a new (virtual) mission territory
Christian missionaries from the organization Cru are using the virtual reality platform VRChat to conduct evangelism. By interacting with users through avatars, they aim to spread the gospel in digital spaces where people spend significant time.
Why it matters
This reflects the evolving nature of religious outreach as digital environments become increasingly central to social interaction.
(RNS) — Ten figures stand in a circle inside a Japanese-style penthouse. The lights are low. A white stormtrooper huddles beside a large, orange cat, who bows his head and clears his throat.
The article provides an objective look at a cultural trend without taking a stance on the religious activity.
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