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The question confronting the Church today is not any longer whether the man in the street can grasp a religious message,
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"The question confronting the Church today is not any longer whether the man in the street can grasp a religious message, but how to employ the communications media so as to let him have the full impact of the Gospel message"

- Pope John Paul II

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Pope John Paul II's quote speaks to the changing landscape of communication and the requirement for the Church to adapt to the times. In the past, the Church's primary concern was whether the guy in the street might understand the spiritual message. However, in today's world, the Church must concentrate on how to utilize the interactions media to successfully spread the Gospel message. This suggests utilizing the various forms of media readily available, such as tv, radio, and the internet, to reach a broader audience. The Church must also bear in mind the language and tone used in order to guarantee that the message is understood and accepted. By doing so, the Church can make sure that the Gospel message is heard and understood by all.

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Pope John Paul II This quote is written / told by Pope John Paul II between May 18, 1920 and April 2, 2005. He was a famous Clergyman from Poland. The author also have 34 other quotes.

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