Sacraments in the context of Digital religion: How to respond

This research examines the theological and practical challenges of performing sacraments, particularly communion and baptism, in the context of digital religion. Through literature analysis and a phenomenon approach, the research explores the tension between the importance of physical presence in religious rituals and the potential of digital mediation. The results show that digital sacraments have so far only been acceptable in the form of remote participation. Replicating the physical materials of bread, wine, and water in a digital space would reduce the meaning of the sacrament itself and become a performative trap. This research proposes a framework to guide the implementation of sacraments in the context of digital religion.