"He descended into Hell" and more on iPads

Huh????

Seriously! That was the Zenit headline today.

"He Descended Into Hell"
And More on iPads

If you like me have been eyeing an iPad, you might think 'getting to hell is actually a relatively  easy path to walk. Hmmm, might not be such a bad place if they have iPads in stock for all the inhabitants.'


Seriously, Zenit! This is how you're saving souls?

Actually it was just an unfortunate news title. It was a question/answer section on question on the profession of faith and a follow-up about a previous question about the use of iPads in liturgical settings. It was an insightful piece reminding us that we set aside things to be used in liturgical practice because it's that special.

When we use something for a holy purpose and then also check email on it does it make it less holy? Not necessarily but it can lull us into drawing things down into the ordinary instead of lifting them up to the extra-ordinary. A wedding gown is worn on a special occasion. That being said, when traveling with wedding attire, it helps to pack light and that is where an iPad comes in handy.

I suppose I have grown a bit adjusted to using my iBrevary when I could easily use my Divine Office prayer books. Hmmm, food for thought.