With the beginning of the Russian Orthodox Lenten season, the church has advocated that devotees fast from social media. According to a spokesman, "Even useful information, that relates to our work and well-meaning interests, clogs the brain and soul too much." He offers an alternative: "Giving yourself several hours or 15 minutes of time during Lent to not read curses on social networks, but serious texts, serious art, prayer, unhurried conversation with close ones—this is a unique chance to change your life."

Possible Preaching Angle:

Increasingly, the relationship between technology and the spiritual disciplines highlights the role that media plays in our soul's life and development. We need to realize that media can change our life and spiritual habits.