Dr. Fabio Bolzetta is a journalist at TV2000, the Italian Bishops' Conference television station. He is also the President of the country's Association of Catholic Webmasters. Dr. Bolzetta has written, 'The Church in the Digital,' a book with a prologue by Pope Francis. In it, he gives key insights into how Catholic institutions can improve their presence on the Internet. The first step is a change in mentality.
DR. FABIO BOLZETTA
Author, The Church in the Digital
It is not enough to subscribe to a form of social media to have an online presence. It is necessary to transform that presence into one of listening and encounter.
'The Church in the Digital' compiles the content of 150 tutorials that the Association of Italian Catholic Webmasters publishes weekly. In addition, readers can use their phones to scan QR codes scattered among the pages and access additional content. The book not only addresses the technical aspects of social media, but it also takes into account the specific needs of pastoral ministries. For example, many parishes neglect their social media profiles, so the book strongly insists on keeping them active.
DR. FABIO BOLZETTA
Author, The Church in the Digital
If you open a profile and then don't update it... If someone writes to us and no one responds... There is perhaps nothing worse.
In his book, Dr. Bolzetta also teaches how to prevent cyberbullying and combat haters. He does not recommend engaging in an endless debate, but rather take advantage of the noise they generate and politely correct them.
DR. FABIO BOLZETTA
Author, The Church in the Digital
For example, when fake news or a rumor is spread, don't run away. Don't simply delete that post, but use that criticism to clarify what the reality is.
The Dicastery for Integral Human Development is promoting the book. “The Church in the Digital” offers a clear itinerary for those who want to bring their institution closer to others and do not know where to start.
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