I was invited to my first 'Fall' BBQ by a new group of acquaintances. Their invites included members of the non-denomination church they attend. While I sat around and ate my delicious turkey burger I overheard them speak of their church community and church family and how they met, giving a status on how important it was for them to share their stories. They detailed the people who were involved, versus not...and even discussed the attendees that do not participate at particular times during the week, etc.
I never thought of social media as a religion until that very moment. I mean I look at consumer behavior all day long. It is part of the reason why I think I sometimes feel immune. But it did make me think.
I mean churches are community based just as social and we are gauged by our participation but don't we 'follow' a certain path and stick to a certain group and constantly keep up philosophies and participate in rituals. Instead of waking up on Sat, Sunday or whenever your religion attends services...Do more people now just 'post?'.....is service attendance on a downward trend. hmmm..
