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"Cyber Church: Christianity and the Internet" by Patrick Dixon was published
In 1997, the book "Cyber Church: Christianity and the Internet" by Patrick Dixon was published, which introduced the idea of cyberchurches in regards to Christianity. It was something for practicing Christians to think about. Specifically, Christians who don't have easy access to a church. -
The Start
The concept of Cyberchurches began in the early 2000's, as social media began to become more prevalent in people's daily lives. -
"We are one in Network"
Heidi Campbell published her book, "Exploring religious community online" which invoked the benefits of the cyber church, as well as emphasized the advanced community cyberchurches provide. People from all over the globe can join in the same conversation, reinforcing the fact that all can be apart of one network. -
The Facebook Connection
Soon enough, social media platforms started to pick up on this innovation. Specifically, Facebook. Facebook started to gain a ton of popularity and engagement, as Christians used it as a platform to discuss thoughts. -
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Consistency of Cyberchurches
Throughout this decade, cyberchurches continued to stay constant in the means of the cyberchurch. For example, the introduction of live streaming, social media, etc. -
The COVID-19 Pandemic
Cyberchurches came in extremely handy when the COVID-19 pandemic hit. Everyone was ordered to quarantine for months on end and it was very unsafe to leave home. However, these uncertain circumstances did not restrict Christians from practicing their Faith, thanks to cyberchurches.