A pastor of a mega-church was discussing the end-of-year budget with their accountant.


    “Your funds are dwindling, I’m afraid,” said the accountant.


    “Fewer and fewer attendees?”


    “That’s right … many are turning to their new God.”


    “Which?” the pastor raised an eyebrow.


    “Oh, technology — with FDVR and AI, they become ‘God’s within your own universes. Who can compete with that?”


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    A young woman stepped in … “Sorry, I overheard, and I have a plan.”


    “Which is?” asked the pastor.


    “You know, before I followed your ways, I was a tech sinner too — prompting my way to a virtual heaven.”


    “Yes, I know that, Janet. I’m proud of you.”


    “Well, last night, I had a vision that’ll change everything.”


    Go on …”


    Janet inserted a holo-data stick into a terminal.


    “What’s that?”


    “The Second Coming.”


    “Blasphemy!”


    “No … it’s prophecy.”