A Wall Street Church is using Twitter to present the story of Jesus Christ. They have 1810 followers so far, but the buzz surrounding Trinity Church’s use of tweets to spread the word of Christ during this holy season might get some tech converts 140 characters at a time.
The main characters used Twitter for three hours on Good Friday. The full feed could also be accessed by mobile phone or email. Trinity Church was founded in 1697.
Key Themes Behind This Trend
- Social Media in Religious Institutions
- Religious institutions are embracing social media platforms like Twitter to spread their message and connect with followers.
- Tech Converts Through Twitter
- Using platforms like Twitter, religious institutions have the opportunity to attract new followers and convert them to their cause.
- Digital Storytelling for Religious Events
- Utilizing digital platforms such as Twitter, religious institutions are able to share religious stories and events in a modern and engaging way.
Where This Applies
- Religious Institutions
- Religious institutions can leverage social media platforms like Twitter to expand their reach and engage with their followers in new and meaningful ways.
- Technology
- The use of technology platforms such as Twitter presents new opportunities for innovation and growth in the tech industry, especially in the context of religious institutions.
- Digital Media
- As religious institutions utilize digital storytelling on platforms like Twitter, the digital media industry can provide services and tools to enhance and amplify their message.
