Metaverse and Mission in the New Norm
How can we authentically integrate Christ’s love into the metaverse, creating rituals and practices that align with the new context and utilise technology? Can Science Fiction narratives inspire innovative ways to engage with divine love in the metaverse?
DATE AND TIME
Thursday, 20 July 2023 at 7pm
Online via Zoom
FREE ADMISSION!
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Sower Institute for Biblical Discipleship and GoForth
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About the Speaker(s)
Dr Calvin Chong
Professor of Practical Theology at Singapore Bible College
Dr. Calvin Chong, Professor of Practical Theology at Singapore Bible College, has been a faculty member since 1995. He has expertise in digital communications and its impact on church and society, with notable publications on the subject. He recently supervised student projects on VR church and art therapy in AR/MR/VR spaces. Additionally, Dr. Chong is involved in various boards and serves on the leadership team at Covenant Community Methodist Church.
Rev Jun Sung Jin
Missionary Researcher at Knowing Africa (KA)
He is a missionary, researcher, and strategy expert in the metaverse, integrating missions, VR, and innovation. With experience in expanding theological education, training leaders, and a former role at KPM R&D, he also serves on the board of OLIA. His main focus is leveraging VR for theological education and discipleship.
In his presentation, Embracing the Metaverse: A New Approach to Global Missions, he highlights the metaverse as a solution, redefines discipleship with ‘IncAvatation,’ and emphasises empathy, love, and mission. He concludes with an urgent call for innovative approaches, creating a compelling presentation.
Rev Dr Peter Phillips
Digital Theologian at Spurgeon’s College, London
Pete Phillips, a digital theologian at Spurgeon’s College, London, and a Methodist minister in the Thames Valley, co-founded the Centre for Digital Theology and the Global Network for Digital Theology while at Durham University. His writings delve into the transformative power of digital technology for mission work.
