Tracing the Spiritual Path in the Digital Era: The Church's Responsibility in Educating Its People

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The development of digital technology has had a significant impact on religious life, especially for the millennial generation and Gen Z, who are familiar with the online world. On the one hand, digital technology opens up more comprehensive access to religious information and knowledge and new opportunities in education and evangelism. However, on the other hand, new challenges have also emerged, such as the spread of disinformation, loss of privacy, and the decline in the quality of relations between people. The Catholic Church must formulate concrete guidelines so that people wisely use digital technology according to the values of the Christian faith. Digital ethics education and adapting religious learning models are essential so that the younger generation has the wisdom to deal with the online world. Developing people's discernment abilities is also vital so that digital technology is synergized with traditions and human values rather than alienating people from their true purpose in life. By wisely exploiting opportunities in the digital era while being alert to the risks, the church can continue to realize its mission of presenting Christ's love amidst changing times.