WINGS OF HOPE MAGAZINE: THE ONLY CHRISTIAN MAGAZINE BASED IN SECOND LIFE!
Nothing in all creation is hidden from God's sight. Everything is uncovered and laid bare before the eyes of him to whom we must give account.
Hebrews 4:13 NIV
The only Christian magazine based in Second Life! Second Life is a 3D virtual world platform with over 6 million avatar "residents" who work, live and interact.
Wings of Hope's online ministry spreads the gospel to the unchurched and homebound. The ministry's magazine is also committed to combating the proliferation of online pornography and promotes abstinence programs.
SECOND LIFE AND ADULT ACTIVITIES:
The media has focused on the negative aspects of Second Life and indeed,immoral activities are very prevalent. But, this kind of behavior is not restricted to virtual worlds alone!
THE DANGERS OF THE INTERNET. DID YOU KNOW THAT:
* there are 4.2 million pornographic websites
* there are 100,000 illegal child pornography websites
* 1 in 7 youths receive sexual solicitation in chat rooms
* 80% of 15-17 yr olds are exposed to hardcore adult sites
* 90% of 8-16 yr olds have been exposed to porn doing homework
* 29% 7-17 yr olds would freely give out their home address
* 17% of women struggle with pornography addiction
* 1 in 3 visitors to online adult sites are female
* 53% Promise Keeper men viewed online porn in past week
* 47% of Christian households say pornography is a problem
in their home
source: 2003-2008 TopTenREVIEWS,Inc.
Online dangers are rampant! Incredible as it may seem, the pornography industry tops the revenues of all the top technology companies combined!
VIRTUAL CHRISTIANS SPREAD THE GOSPEL IN SECOND LIFE:
Wings of Hope is a not for profit organization within Second Life. Dedicated Christians plant virtual churches, offer church services for the homebound, provide encouragement and comfort through various ministries and introduce Jesus to the un-churched through mission work, events and publications such as Wings of Hope Magazine.
2008 PEW POLL:
A recent Pew report declared, "unbelief is on the rise." We are dedicated to changing that.
WHY SECOND LIFE:
Bringing the gospel into the virtual environment provides a wholesome alternative from the seedier sides of online activity. Many people reenact their real world abuse and immorality online. Others feel what they do online does not hurt themselves or others and the anonymity of an avatar or screen name provides a sometimes hard to resist opportunity to explore adult themed sites. Wings of Hope offers a safe haven and counseling to stop that damaging behavior.
SPREADING OUR MESSAGE BEYOND SECOND LIFE:
Now, Wings of Hope Magazine is bringing family friendly messages of hope and inspiration to the outside world through a new subscription based, print format beginning the summer of 2008!
A GLOBAL VILLAGE:
Our staff hails from all corners of the world.
OUR PROMISE:
We are committed to bringing the message of Jesus Christ, our Lord and Savior to everyone, in every world, be it virtual or physical.
Subscriptions are available through the magazine's website: www.wohmag.com. We're also on www.shoutlife.com too!
Your stories, suggestions, comments are welcomed! Writers, sales, marketing personnel may apply online. www.wohmag.com
Executive Board:
Margie Baxley: CEO [email protected] (Maggie Barkley/SL)
Bob New: Strategic Business Manager
[email protected]
Bonnie Bebb: Entertainment Representative
Elisabeth Marrapodi: Marketing Dir/Entertainment Dept
[email protected] (Brielle Coronet/SL)
Peter Deacon: Marketing Representative
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