Bodybuilding friars, selfie-taking clerics, and Insta-famous dog dads to gather in Rome as church tries to win back the youth
The Vatican has invited several influencers and missionaries, referred to as “hot priests” by fans and media, to an upcoming digital evangelism summit in a bid to reach younger audiences and address declining church attendance.
The event kicks off on Monday in Rome and will bring together over 1,000 participants, including clergy, friars, and lay digital communicators. The Vatican is hoping to modernize outreach in the face of growing secularism, particularly in Europe.
The guests include several priests who have gained…
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