Mass Media Spirituality. The Use of Media in the Church

Essay , 2011 , 15 Pages , Grade: 94

Theology - Miscellaneous

Communication has a great impact on the lives of the people because everyone has television and internet as the main means of entertainment. It is a great challenge for the Church today to use mass media to attract the people with the present tools of communication.

Inhaltsverzeichnis (Table of Contents)

• Introduction
• Mass Media
• Various purposes and Functions of Mass Media
• The Functions and Language of Mass Media
• The purpose of Mass Media
• Different types of Mass Media
• Electronic Media or Broadcasting Media
• The Radio
• Television
• Print Media
• Folk Media
• Spirituality and Mass Media
• Spirituality and the Electronic Media
• The Impact of Electronic Media on Spirituality
• The Role of Electronic Media in Promoting Spirituality
• Spirituality and the Print Media
• The Impact of Print Media on Spirituality
• The Role of Print Media in Promoting Spirituality
• Spirituality and the Folk Media
• The Impact of Folk Media on Spirituality
• The Role of Folk Media in Promoting Spirituality
• The Future of Spirituality and Mass Media
• The Role of New Media in Promoting Spirituality
• The Challenges of Using Mass Media to Promote Spirituality
• Conclusion

Zielsetzung und Themenschwerpunkte (Objectives and Key Themes)

This seminar paper explores the intricate relationship between mass media and spirituality, aiming to analyze how mass media influences spiritual values and practices. It investigates the multifaceted roles of various media platforms, including electronic, print, and folk media, in both shaping and promoting spirituality in modern society.

• The impact of mass media on spiritual values and practices.
• The role of different media platforms in promoting spirituality.
• The challenges and opportunities of using mass media for spiritual purposes.
• The evolving relationship between spirituality and new media technologies.
• The potential for mass media to contribute to a more inclusive and meaningful spiritual experience.

Zusammenfassung der Kapitel (Chapter Summaries)

The introduction provides a starting point for the discussion by highlighting the significant influence of mass media in modern society. It underscores the vital role of communication in shaping our understanding of the world and emphasizes the need for the Church to engage effectively with contemporary media platforms.

Chapter 2 delves into the concept of mass media, examining its various functions and purposes. It explores the different types of media, including electronic, print, and folk media, and discusses their unique strengths and limitations.

Chapter 3 explores the complex relationship between spirituality and mass media. It examines the impact of electronic, print, and folk media on spiritual values and practices, highlighting both the potential benefits and potential risks associated with these media.

Schlüsselwörter (Keywords)

This paper centers on the key concepts of mass media, spirituality, communication, influence, values, ethics, morality, and the role of different media platforms, such as electronic media, print media, and folk media, in shaping spiritual experiences.

• Grade: 94
• Author: Albert Fernandes (Author)
• Publication Year: 2011
• Pages: 15
• Catalog Number: V386203
• ISBN (eBook): 9783668613645
• ISBN (Book): 9783668613652
• Language: English
• Tags: MASS MEDIA SPIRITUALITY, MEDIA SPIRITUALITY, COMMUNICATION SPIRITUALITY, SPIRITUAL COMMUNICATION, COMMUNICATION, MASS MEDIA, MASS COMMUNICATION, CHRISTIAN MASS COMMUNICATION, CHRISTIAN MASS MEDIA SPIRITUALITY