Virtual Reality Church: Pitfalls and Possibilities (Or How to Think Biblically about Church in Your Pajamas, VR Baptisms, Jesus Avatars, and Whatever Else is Coming Next)

by Darrell L. Bock; Jonathan J. Armstrong

Publisher:

Moody

, 2021

Overview

Is Virtual Reality a Biblical Reality?

The invention of the printing press catalyzed Martin Luther's reformation; radios and televisions delivered Billy Graham's gospel proclamations to millions of households. Technological advancements have undoubtedly advanced kingdom work for centuries—but is the same true for the burgeoning technologies of today?

As virtual reality becomes increasingly prominent throughout society, churches must assess how to respond thoughtfully and biblically. In Virtual Reality Church, theologians Darrell Bock and Jonathan Armstrong present a systematic reflection on how to faithfully apply virtual reality for ministry purposes. They examine the risks—like compromising the meaning of tangible worship—and opportunities—like safely reaching persecuted churches—of integrating revolutionary technologies into the Christian life. Learn to think critically, theologically, and pastorally about new technologies so that you can faithfully advance the gospel into the future.

Contents

• Explores the possibilities and limits of the virtual church
• Seeks to explore the digital world to assess what is possible and what is not
• Aims to take a big step into the technological spectrum while engaging in careful reflection about it

Praise for Virtual Reality Church

• Introduction: Technology: A Surprising Coronavirus Substitute
• New Media and the Good News
• The Only Constant Is Change
• The Church Steps into Virtual Reality
• The Nature of Virtuality
• God, Creation, and New Creation
• The Incarnation and Pentecost
• The New People of God and Visible Signs of Invisible Grace

Product Details

• Title: Virtual Reality Church: Pitfalls and Possibilities (Or How to Think Biblically about Church in Your Pajamas, VR Baptisms, Jesus Avatars, and Whatever Else is Coming Next)
• Authors: Darrell L. Bock, Jonathan J. Armstrong
• Publisher: Moody
• Print Publication Date: 2021
• Logos Release Date: 2021
• Pages: 272
• Era: era:contemporary
• Language: English
• Resources: 1
• Format: Digital › Logos Research Edition
• Subjects: Religious broadcasting › Christianity; Church; Virtual reality › Religious aspects--Christianity
• ISBNs: 9780802420800, 9780802499080, 080242080X, 0802499082
• Resource ID: LLS:VRTLRLTYCMNGNXT
• Resource Type: Monograph
• Metadata Last Updated: 2022-09-30T03:39:51Z