Breaking Bread: The Emergence of Eucharist and Agape in Early Christian CommunitiesStewart, Alistair C, Grand Rapids, MI: Eerdmans, 2023 (ISBN 9780802883025), 404 pp., hb 49.99
Year: 2025
Type: book-review
Abstract: media engagement significantly depend on doctrinal flexibility and proactive communication strategies.Central to Wightman's thesis is the call for a reformed ethical paradigm that emphasizes enhanced media literacy and systemic changes in information verification processes.This integrated approach underscores the potential for ethical reforms to mitigate the adverse effects of misinformation, making the book not just a theoretical exploration, but a practical guide for improving information integrity in the digital age.Wightman's rigorous analysis contributes to scholarly debates on media and religion and provides actionable insights for developing more resilient, ethically conscious communication practices in the digital realm.Faith and Fake News stands as a seminal contribution to studying digital misinformation and its profound impact on religious discourse.The book bridges critical gaps between media studies, sociology, and theology through its interdisciplinary lens, presenting a compelling case for rethinking how faith communities engage with the digital world.While further empirical research-particularly with quantitative methodologiescould deepen our understanding, Wightman's work lays a strong foundation for future investigations into the evolving interplay between faith and digital media.This insightful and rigorously argued book is essential reading for researchers, practitioners, and policymakers dedicated to navigating the challenges of information integrity in an era where digital narratives increasingly shape our collective realities.Wightman's work has the potential to influence real-world practices and policies, making it a must-read for those seeking to understand and address the impact of digital misinformation on religious discourse.
Source: Reviews in Religion and Theology
DOI: 10.1111/rirt.14390
Author: Doreen M. McFarlane
Institution: University of Pretoria
Language: English
Subfield: Religious studies
Field: Arts and Humanities
Domain: Social Sciences
Open Access status: bronze
OpenAlex ID: W4409371830