Joseph Zwilling, a spokesman for the Archdiocese of New York, said that some churches already offer apps, a trend he does not approve. “There are enough occasions for our mind to wander during Mass; we shouldn’t be using these artificial things that take us away,” he said. From the NYTimes.
In this age of text and tweet, when hope is on the brink,
Parishioners first cross themselves, then search for shopping link.
The priest may give a homily that makes the stained glass glitter,
But those who bow their heads below are actually on Twitter.
In congregations near and far, the faithful appear drugged
On Facebook and on Reddit, and refuse to be unplugged.
The miracle of Instagram replaces Lourdes and Mecca --
The golden calf that’s worshipped now is certainly high techa.
We play with little pinwheels while the Master of us all
Shakes His head at all the trinkets holding us in thrall.
When He deigns to speak to us, no smartphone will be needed;
All cyberspace will hold its tongue, while YouTube goes unheeded . . .
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