Many clergy and churches are have taken to the Internet and social media to promote their churches or ministries, but few have thought through some of the difficult pastoral and theological issues that may arise. 'Virtual vicar' Reverend Pam Smith guides both new and experienced practitioners through setting up online ministries and considers some of the issues that may occur, such as:
Are relationships online as valid as those offline?
Is it possible to participate in an online communion service?
How do you deal with trolls in a Christian way?
What is it appropriate for a clergyperson to say on social media?
