Which major religious retail innovation first appeared in the 1990s that revolutionized how sacred texts and religious items were sold to the faithful?

Religious bookstores and supply shops have evolved dramatically in the digital age. Once primarily local community hubs for sacred texts and ceremonial items, these specialized retailers have had to adapt to changing consumer behaviors while maintaining their spiritual mission. This poll explores a fascinating moment in the retail history of religious goods that marked a significant shift in how faith-based products reached believers worldwide.

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The first mega-sized Christian bookstore chains with café spaces (like Family Christian Stores)
Online religious marketplaces allowing comparison shopping across multiple faith traditions
Self-service kiosks selling religious items in houses of worship
Mall-based interfaith gift shops with standardized merchandise across locations