Should Catholics Care About Social Media?

If you’re like most people today, your phone is the first thing you check in the morning—and the last thing you see at night. Scrolling. Liking. Commenting. Watching. Posting. But here’s a big question for Catholics in 2025: What is all this doing to our souls? And can we actually use social media for good?

Let’s dig in.

Social Media Isn’t Bad—But It’s Not Neutral

Instagram, TikTok, X, YouTube, Snap - it’s all just “content,” right? Not exactly. Social media is shaping your mind, your heart, your desires, whether you notice it or not. It influences what you value, how you see yourself, and even how you relate to God. It’s not evil - but it’s powerful. And like anything powerful, it needs to be handled wisely.

Ask the Big Question: “Is This Leading Me to Christ?”

Before you post, scroll, or share, pause and ask:

Does this draw me closer to truth?
Does this help me love better?
Am I spending more time comparing than praying?
Am I looking for validation—or for God?

Social media can be a window into the Gospel… or a trap for vanity, anxiety, and distraction. “Where your treasure is, there your heart will be also.” - Matthew 6:21

You Can Be a Catholic Witness Online

Here’s the cool part: You can be a light in the digital world.

Share Scripture or quotes from the saints
Talk openly (and humbly) about your faith
Encourage others in the comments
Don’t be afraid to post beauty, joy, truth, and hope

You don’t have to be a “Catholic influencer.” Just be yourself - with Jesus at the center. People are watching. They’re scrolling. They’re looking for something real. Be that.

Know When to Log Off

Even the best Catholic content can’t replace time with God. Set boundaries:

Take Sunday off social.
Don’t scroll first thing in the morning.
Put your phone away when praying or attending Mass.

The goal isn’t to delete your accounts. It’s to reclaim your soul.

Evangelize - but Don’t Idolize

Social media is a great tool - but it’s a terrible god. Use it to glorify Christ - not to build your ego or feed your insecurity. In the end, your identity doesn’t come from likes or follows - it comes from being a beloved child of God.

Final Word

You’re called to be salt and light - even in the digital world. So yes, Catholics should care about social media. Because the Gospel deserves to be shared everywhere - even online. Just make sure that what you're consuming, posting, and creating always leads you closer to the One who made you.

Because your soul is worth far more than your feed.