Veritas Lux Mea (Jurnal Teologi dan Pendidikan Kristen)
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description: Veritas Lux Mea (Jurnal Teologi dan Pendidikan Kristen) diterbitkan dua kali dalam 1 tahun (Februari dan Agustus) oleh Sekolah Tinggi Teologi Kanaan Nusantara. Veritas Lux Mea menerima artikel ilmiah dari dosen, mahasiswa, praktisi teologi maupun pendidikan Kristen. Jurnal ini pun telah memiliki ISSN baik online (2685-9726) maupun cetak (2685-9718). Selain itu, Veritas juga telah memiliki DOI dengan nomor: 10.59177. Jurnal ini mempublikasikan artikel hasil penelitian dalam bidang: 1. Teologi Praktika 2. Teologi Biblika 3. Teologi Sistematika 4. Sejarah Teologi dan Gereja 5. Pendidikan Kristen (Gereja dan Sekolah) Jurnal Veritas Lux Mea juga telah terindeks pada: Google Scholar Crossref Garuda Veritas Lux Mea (Jurnal Teologi dan Pendidikan Kristen) telah terakreditasi sebagai jurnal ilmiah nasional Indonesia peringkat 4 (Sinta 4) oleh Direktorat Jenderal Penguatan Riset dan Pengembangan Kementerian Riset, Teknologi, dan Pendidikan Tinggi dengan nomor SK: 152/E/KPT/2023.
publisher: Sekolah Tinggi Teologi Kanaan Nusantara
language: en-US
publication name: Veritas Lux Mea (Jurnal Teologi dan Pendidikan Kristen)
issn: 2685-9718
items: Rekonsiliasi dalam Perspektif Teologi Kristen: Hukuman atau Pertobatan, Mengingat atau Melupakan
items: Duka Pasca Pemakaman dan Tantangan Pendampingan Pastoral di Gereja
items: Interkoneksi Teologia Doa Virtual dan Kepemimpinan Transformatif Gereja dalam Misi Digital Global
items: Inovasi Administrasi Gereja sebagai Upaya Transformasi Pelayanan di Gereja Kristen Alkitab Indonesia Kalimantan Barat
items: Perumpamaan Penabur dalam Matius 13:3-8 sebagai Refleksi Teologi Praktis atas Tantangan Strategi Pemasaran Digital
items: Implementasi Nasihat “Tentang Beribadah” Berdasarkan Surat Ibrani 10:19–25 Bagi Remaja Pemuda Gereja Kristen Oikumene Faomasi Cimahi Jawa Barat
items: Misi Gereja dalam Budaya Digital: Integrasi Kepemimpinan Holistik dan Inkulturasi Injil
items: Model Penginjilan Rasul Paulus Dalam Pelayanan Hamba Tuhan Gereja SIB Sabah, Malaysia
items: Peran Gembala dalam Kepemimpinan Gereja Ekoteologis: Studi Biblikal Kritis terhadap Mandat Ciptaan
items: Kajian Teologis tentang Praktik Brokohan dan Pemendaman Ari-Ari dalam Tradisi Jawa Kontemporer
items: Prinsip Teologis Memenangkan Suami yang Belum Percaya Berdasarkan 1 Petrus 3:1-6
items: Relevansi Konsep Imago Dei terhadap Tanggung Jawab Ekologis di Era Teknologi Digital
items: Teologi Kontekstual dan Tantangan Hak Asasi Manusia dalam Masyarakat Modern dalam Persepktif Teologia Kristen
items: Praktik Wacana Iman di Era Digital: Khotbah Virtual GMIM Analisis Wacana Kritis Model Norman Fairclough
items: Pengaruh Kompetensi Kepribadian Guru PAK Terhadap Tata Krama Siswa: Studi Kuantitatif di SMA Wiyata Dharma Medan
items: Krisis Spiritualitas dalam Pelayanan Gereja: Pendekatan Fenomenologis terhadap Pencarian Makna Iman Generasi Z
items: Menghidupi Imago Dei Di Tengah Fenomena Phubbing Dan Krisis Kehadiran
items: Pendekatan Teologi Praktis untuk Misi Gereja Era Digital, sebagai Strategi Transformasi Inovatif Menghadapi Tantangan Global
items: Patriarki Dan Perempuan Dalam Alkitab: Sebuah Tinjauan Historis-Teologis Dari Kejadian Hingga Injil
items: Mentoring Kristen sebagai Strategi Pendampingan Holistis bagi Mahasiswa Baru: Studi Kualitatif pada Domain Spiritual, Intelektual, Emosional, dan Sosial
items: Pemanfaatan Youtube Dalam Pembelajaran Teologi Sistematika Untuk Mempersiapkan Mahasiswa Prodi Pendidikan Agama Kristen Menghadapi Praktek Pengalaman Lapangan

Rekonsiliasi dalam Perspektif Teologi Kristen: Hukuman atau Pertobatan, Mengingat atau Melupakan
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description: Reconciliation will always be the ultimate goal of a problem. At least that is what is often said when a conflict arises. But in practice, reconciliation is not that easy. This article will show that reconciliation may indeed be the ultimate goal of a problem, but the process towards reconciliation is not easy. At least elements of punishment or repentance and remembering or forgetting are present in the process. It is not uncommon for people to choose to go straight to reconciliation without going through the four elements mentioned above. The main focus is on the argument that reconciliation is the culmination of remembrance and forgiveness, even if the path is not the same. It is therefore necessary to clarify the reasons why the process of reconciliation is so difficult and, in some cases, unnecessary. This article offers two paths to reconciliation: through punishment or repentance. We also try to analyze what might happen during the process. Thus we can see how complex the interrelationship between the processes of remembrance, forgiveness, and reconciliation is. Abstrak Rekonsiliasi akan selalu menjadi tujuan akhir dari sebuah permasalahan. Paling tidak hal tersebut yang sering kali disampaikan ketika muncul sebuah konflik. Namun dalam praktiknya, rekonsiliasi ternyata tidak semudah itu. Artikel ini akan menunjukkan bahwa rekonsiliasi mungkin memang merupakan tujuan akhir dari sebuah permasalahan, namun proses menuju rekonsiliasi tersebut tidaklah mudah. Setidaknya elemen mengenai hukuman atau pertobatan dan mengingat atau melupakan hadir dalam proses menuju tahapan rekonsiliasi tersebut. Bahkan tidak jarang seseorang memilih untuk langsung menuju tahapan rekonsiliasi tanpa melalui keempat elemen yang disebut di atas. Fokus utamanya terletak pada argumen bahwa rekonsiliasi merupakan puncak dari ingatan dan pengampunan, meskipun jalan yang dilalui tidak satu. Sebab itu dibutuhkan kejelasan alasan mengapa proses rekonsiliasi itu sangat menyulitkan, bahkan dalam…
creator: Christian Roy Panggabean
creator: Ruth Sopiana Sianturi
creator: Carel Hot Asi Siburian
rights: Copyright (c) 2026 Christian Roy Panggabean, Ruth Sopiana Sianturi, Carel Hot Asi Sianturi https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0
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date: 2026-01-31
publication date: 2026-01-31
volume: 8
number: 1
starting page: 1
ending page: 15
doi: 10.59177/veritas.v8i1.291

Duka Pasca Pemakaman dan Tantangan Pendampingan Pastoral di Gereja
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description: Post-funeral grief represents the most vulnerable phase of loss, when liturgical and social support begin to fade while emotional and spiritual struggles intensify. However, pastoral practice in Indonesian churches remains largely concentrated on funeral services and memorial rites, with post-burial accompaniment often unstructured and discontinuous. This study aims to analyze the challenges of pastoral accompaniment in the post-funeral phase and to develop a process-oriented framework for pastoral presence among grieving congregants. Using a qualitative literature-based approach, this study examines biblical sources, pastoral theology, grief psychology, and contemporary pastoral research within the Indonesian context. The analysis identifies three major gaps: a theological gap in articulating eschatological hope, a pastoral gap in sustaining long-term accompaniment, and a contextual gap in mobilizing communal support. In response, this study proposes a post-funeral pastoral accompaniment model that integrates liturgy, counseling, and community-based support according to different types of loss. This model affirms that sustained pastoral presence is essential for the restoration of faith and the strengthening of spiritual resilience among those who grieve. Abstrak Duka pasca-pemakaman merupakan fase paling rentan dalam pengalaman kehilangan, ketika dukungan sosial dan liturgis mulai berkurang sementara pergumulan emosional dan spiritual justru meningkat. Namun, praktik gerejawi di Indonesia masih didominasi oleh pelayanan pada saat ibadah penghiburan dan pemakaman, dengan pendampingan setelahnya yang sering tidak terstruktur dan tidak berkelanjutan. Penelitian ini bertujuan menganalisis tantangan pendampingan pastoral pada fase pasca-pemakaman serta mengembangkan kerangka penyertaan pastoral yang berorientasi proses bagi jemaat yang berduka. Penelitian menggunakan pendekatan kualitatif melalui studi literatur atas sumber biblika, teologi pastoral, psikologi kedukaan…
creator: Jimmy Leonardo
creator: Yanto Paulus Hermanto
rights: Copyright (c) 2026 Jimmy Leonardo, Yanto Paulus Hermanto https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0
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date: 2026-01-31
publication date: 2026-01-31
volume: 8
number: 1
starting page: 16
ending page: 27
doi: 10.59177/veritas.v8i1.421

Interkoneksi Teologia Doa Virtual dan Kepemimpinan Transformatif Gereja dalam Misi Digital Global
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description: The interconnection between virtual prayer theology, transformative church leadership, and global digital mission is an important issue in the context of technological developments that continue to change the landscape of church ministry. The emergence of virtual prayer practices through various digital platforms has raised new theological questions about divine presence, spiritual participation, and the authenticity of the spiritual experience of the congregation. At the same time, the Church requires transformative leadership that is capable of adapting to digital changes, building a relevant vision, and facilitating the spiritual transformation of the congregation. The interconnection between virtual prayer theology and transformative leadership is an important basis for strengthening the global digital mission, especially in expanding cross-cultural and geographical ministry. This study aims to integrate these three dimensions into a comprehensive conceptual framework to assess their theological relationship and practical implications for church ministry. Using a qualitative approach through theological and leadership literature analysis, it can be concluded that the synergy between virtual prayer theology and transformative church leadership contributes significantly to effectiveness in global digital mission, enabling the church to develop digital ministry strategies rooted in Christian spirituality and the missio dei mandate. These findings emphasise the urgency of integrating theology, leadership, and digitalisation in the church's mission in the technological era. Abstrak Interkoneksi antara teologi doa virtual, kepemimpinan transformatif Gereja, dan misi digital global menjadi isu penting dalam konteks perkembangan teknologi yang terus mengubah lanskap pelayanan gereja. Munculnya praktik doa virtual melalui berbagai platform digital telah menghadirkan pertanyaan teologis baru mengenai kehadiran ilahi, partisipasi rohani, dan otentisitas pengalaman spiritua…
creator: Irma Ompusunggu
creator: Andreas Nugroho
creator: Kornelius Rulli Jonathans
rights: Copyright (c) 2026 Irma Ompusunggu, Andreas Nugroho, Kornelius Rulli Jonathans https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0
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date: 2026-01-31
publication date: 2026-01-31
volume: 8
number: 1
starting page: 28
ending page: 40
doi: 10.59177/veritas.v8i1.441

Inovasi Administrasi Gereja sebagai Upaya Transformasi Pelayanan di Gereja Kristen Alkitab Indonesia Kalimantan Barat
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description: Effective church ministry requires innovation, particularly in the area of administration, which often poses a major obstacle to the development of ministry. Many churches, including the Indonesian Bible Christian Church (GKAI) in West Kalimantan, face challenges in administrative management due to limited resources, a lack of openness to technological developments, and a low interest in learning. This study aims to examine the importance of church administrative innovation as an effort to transform ministry so that it becomes more structured and relevant to the needs of the times. The method used is a descriptive qualitative approach with observation and documentation study. It is concluded that innovation and transformation are two complementary concepts in strengthening church ministry amid digital dynamics. Administrative innovation has proven to be a driving force for change through more structured, transparent, and efficient information management. The findings also confirm that GKAI West Kalimantan faces significant challenges in the form of limited digital literacy, uneven infrastructure, and resistance to renewal. Nevertheless, the application of modern technology-based administration has paved the way for more adaptive, inclusive, and sustainable services. Abstrak Pelayanan gereja yang efektif menuntut adanya inovasi, khususnya dalam bidang administrasi yang seringkali menjadi kendala utama dalam perkembangan pelayanan. Banyak gereja, termasuk Gereja Kristen Alkitab Indonesia (GKAI) di Kalimantan Barat, menghadapi tantangan dalam penatalayanan administrasi akibat keterbatasan sumber daya, kurangnya keterbukaan terhadap perkembangan teknologi, dan rendahnya minat untuk belajar. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengkaji pentingnya inovasi administrasi gereja sebagai upaya transformasi pelayanan agar menjadi lebih terstruktur dan relevan dengan kebutuhan zaman. Metode yang digunakan adalah pendekatan kualitatif deskriptif dengan observasi dan studi dokumentasi …
creator: Kapel Tardadi
rights: Copyright (c) 2026 Kapel Tardadi https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0
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date: 2026-01-31
publication date: 2026-01-31
volume: 8
number: 1
starting page: 41
ending page: 53
doi: 10.59177/veritas.v8i1.442

Perumpamaan Penabur dalam Matius 13:3-8 sebagai Refleksi Teologi Praktis atas Tantangan Strategi Pemasaran Digital
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description: The development of digital marketing strategies has changed the way messages are conveyed and received, including in the context of church ministry and Christian evangelism. This change raises theological-practical issues when the effectiveness of digital communication is often measured by popularity metrics, while the depth of faith acceptance does not always align with these achievements. In this situation, practical theology is challenged to re-reflect on the relationship between faithfulness to the Gospel message and the context of the message recipients in the digital space. The phenomenon of the increasing use of social media and digital platforms by churches indicates the need for a theological framework that is capable of critically assessing these digital marketing practices. This study aims to interpret the Parable of the Sower (Matthew 13:3–8) as a reflection of practical theology in facing the challenges of digital marketing strategies. The research method used is a qualitative-descriptive approach through biblical studies. The conclusion of the study shows that the Parable of the Sower is understood as a practical theological paradigm that emphasizes that the effectiveness of preaching is not only determined by the message, but also by the readiness and context of the recipient. The analogy of various conditions of ‘soil’ reflects the reality of digital audience segmentation, while also revealing the challenges of digital marketing strategies that must be critically considered in the light of the theology of the cross and incarnation so that the church does not get caught up in the logic of popularity alone. Thus, this reflection emphasizes the pastoral implication of the need for a contextual model of church digital practice, rooted in theological fidelity and oriented towards authentic faith transformation. Abstrak Perkembangan strategi pemasaran digital telah mengubah cara pesan disampaikan dan diterima, termasuk dalam konteks pelayanan gereja dan pe…
creator: Octa Surya Agung
creator: Roni Kurniawan
creator: Yosef Antonius
rights: Copyright (c) 2026 Octa Surya Agung, Roni Kurniawan, Yosef Antonius https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0
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date: 2026-01-31
publication date: 2026-01-31
volume: 8
number: 1
starting page: 54
ending page: 68
doi: 10.59177/veritas.v8i1.446

Implementasi Nasihat “Tentang Beribadah” Berdasarkan Surat Ibrani 10:19–25 Bagi Remaja Pemuda Gereja Kristen Oikumene Faomasi Cimahi Jawa Barat
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description: Changes in the dynamics of youth worship in the digital age show a decline in spiritual depth, a weakening of discipline in worship attendance, and a shift in youth interest towards more entertainment-oriented forms of worship. This condition is reinforced by the introduction of digital technology and artificial intelligence, which shape the mindset and spiritual behaviour of young people, preventing their theological understanding from developing optimally. In addition, the lack of biblical-based faith formation makes it difficult for adolescents to internalise the true meaning of worship. The phenomenon of increasing dependence on digital worship and passive involvement of adolescents in church communities emphasises the urgency of this research. This study aims to formulate the implementation of advice on worship based on Hebrews 10:19–25 for the worship training of young people at the Oikumene Faomasi Cimahi Christian Church. The research method used is a qualitative-descriptive approach with exegetical analysis of biblical texts and a contextual study of adolescent development. The results of the study indicate that youth worship needs to be built through a correct theological understanding, strengthening of faith identity, and commitment to the church community. The implementation of the advice in Hebrews 10:19–25 provides a strong doctrinal basis for worship training oriented towards maturity in faith. This study concludes that youth worship development must be holistic, contextual, and responsive to the spiritual needs of the digital generation. Abstrak Perubahan dinamika ibadah remaja pada era digital menunjukkan terjadinya penurunan kedalaman spiritual, melemahnya disiplin kehadiran beribadah, serta bergesernya minat remaja kepada bentuk ibadah yang lebih bersifat hiburan. Kondisi ini diperkuat oleh masuknya teknologi digital dan kecerdasan buatan yang membentuk pola pikir dan perilaku spiritual remaja sehingga pemahaman teologis mereka tidak berkembang se…
creator: Astria Gempita Fau
creator: Matius I Totok Dwikoryanto
creator: Hestyn Natal Istanatun
rights: Copyright (c) 2026 Astria Gempita Fau, Matius I Totok Dwikoryanto, Hestyn Natal Istanatun https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0
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date: 2026-01-31
publication date: 2026-01-31
volume: 8
number: 1
starting page: 69
ending page: 80
doi: 10.59177/veritas.v8i1.447

Misi Gereja dalam Budaya Digital: Integrasi Kepemimpinan Holistik dan Inkulturasi Injil
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description: The development of digital culture has fundamentally changed the way humans communicate and build relationships. It has even changed the way humans express their faith. The church no longer only deals with physical space, but also with virtual or digital space, which shapes the way congregations understand spiritual authority, spirituality, and the practice of faith. However, the Church's mission in digital culture is often carried out instrumentally without adequate theological integration between church leadership and the inculturation of the Gospel. The phenomenon of increasing religious activity in digital media, accompanied by the fragmentation of spirituality and the commodification of the Gospel message, points to the urgency of a deeper theological reflection on the digital mission of the Church. This study aims to analyse how the integration of holistic leadership and the inculturation of the Gospel can shape contextual and transformative church mission practices in digital culture. This study uses qualitative methods with a conceptual theological approach and critical literature analysis of studies on mission theology, pastoral care, and digital culture. The results of the study show that digital culture needs to be understood as a mission context that demands an inculturative approach, not merely a technological means. Holistic leadership acts as a theological agent that bridges the Gospel and digital culture in a critical and reflective manner. The integration of the two enables the church to present a mission that is relevant, faithful to the Gospel, and transformative in the digital age. Abstrak Perkembangan budaya digital telah mengubah secara mendasar cara manusia berkomunikasi dan juga membangun relasi. Bahkan mengubah manusia dalam mengekspresikan iman. Gereja tidak lagi hanya berhadapan dengan ruang fisik, tetapi juga dengan ruang virtual atau digital yang membentuk cara umat memahami otoritas rohani, spiritualitas, dan praksis keimanan. Namun, pr…
creator: Elisa Nimbo Sumual
creator: Yohana Fajar Rahayu
rights: Copyright (c) 2026 Elisa Nimbo Sumual, Yohana Fajar Rahayu https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0
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date: 2026-01-31
publication date: 2026-01-31
volume: 8
number: 1
starting page: 81
ending page: 91
doi: 10.59177/veritas.v8i1.448

Model Penginjilan Rasul Paulus Dalam Pelayanan Hamba Tuhan Gereja SIB Sabah, Malaysia
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description: Evangelism is the theological mandate of the church, originating from the Great Commission and forming the core of Christian ministry throughout history. In the New Testament, particularly through the ministry of the Apostle Paul, evangelism appears as a theological, contextual, and transcultural practice of faith. However, in the context of the contemporary church, the model of evangelism is often reduced to a pragmatic approach that pays little attention to theological depth and social context sensitivity. This phenomenon is evident in the ministry of the ministers of the Sabah Borneo Gospel Church (SIB), who serve in a multi-ethnic, multilingual, and multireligious society with various social and regulatory limitations. This study aims to analyse the evangelism model of the Apostle Paul and relate it to the ministry of the ministers of the SIB Church in Sabah, Malaysia. The research method used is qualitative with a literature study approach through analysis of biblical texts and relevant missiological literature. The results of the study show that the Apostle Paul's model of evangelism is rooted in a Christocentric theological foundation, manifested through relationships, dialogue, and contextual living testimony, and inspired by a cross-centred ethos that interprets suffering as an integral part of faithfulness. This model affirms evangelism as a transformative theological practice, not merely a verbal activity. Its relevance to the ministry of SIB Sabah ministers is evident in its ability to bridge the faithfulness of the Gospel with social sensitivity, interfaith dialogue, and perseverance in ministry in the midst of a pluralistic society. Abstrak Penginjilan merupakan mandat teologis gereja yang bersumber dari Amanat Agung dan menjadi inti identitas pelayanan Kristen sepanjang sejarah. Dalam Perjanjian Baru, khususnya melalui pelayanan Rasul Paulus, penginjilan tampil sebagai praksis iman yang bersifat teologis, kontekstual, dan transkultural. Namun, dalam k…
creator: Samson Sidi
rights: Copyright (c) 2026 Samson Sidi https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0
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date: 2026-01-31
publication date: 2026-01-31
volume: 8
number: 1
starting page: 92
ending page: 103
doi: 10.59177/veritas.v8i1.450

Peran Gembala dalam Kepemimpinan Gereja Ekoteologis: Studi Biblikal Kritis terhadap Mandat Ciptaan
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description: The global ecological crisis, with its numerous natural disasters caused by human actions and policies, challenges the church to re-examine its theological role and responsibility towards God's creation. Church leadership, which has tended to be anthropocentric, has often failed to integrate the mandate of creation as an ethical and theological basis in pastoral practice. As a result, the role of the pastor as a spiritual leader has not been fully understood as that of a steward of creation who is ecologically responsible. The phenomenon of increasing discourse and practice of eco-theology in contemporary churches indicates a new awareness, but this has not been balanced with critical biblical reflection that places the pastor as the main actor of eco-theological leadership. This article aims to analyse the mandate of creation biblically and theologically and to formulate the role of the pastor as a church leader responsible for the sustainability of the relationship between God, humanity, and creation. It uses a qualitative method with a literature study and biblical analysis approach. It can be concluded that based on the mandate of creation, church leadership is understood biblically as an eco-theological calling that places the stewardship of creation as an integral part of pastoral responsibility. Pastors, in a biblical perspective, are positioned as leaders who integrate theology and pastoral praxis to guide the congregation in building right relationships with God, others, and nature. Thus, eco-theological church leadership has significant theological and pastoral implications for the contemporary church in responding to the environmental crisis in a faithful and responsible manner. Abstrak Krisis ekologis global dengan banyaknya bencana alam akibat ulah manusia dan kebijakannya menantang gereja untuk meninjau kembali peran dan tanggung jawab teologisnya terhadap ciptaan Tuhan. Kepemimpinan gereja yang selama ini cenderung berorientasi antroposentris sering k…
creator: Yohanes Praprowarso
creator: Yonathan Salmon Efrayim Ngesthi
rights: Copyright (c) 2026 Yohanes Praprowarso, Yonathan Salmon Efrayim Ngesthi https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0
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date: 2026-01-31
publication date: 2026-01-31
volume: 8
number: 1
starting page: 104
ending page: 116
doi: 10.59177/veritas.v8i1.451

Kajian Teologis tentang Praktik Brokohan dan Pemendaman Ari-Ari dalam Tradisi Jawa Kontemporer
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description: Traditions or customs are concepts of belief that are passed down from generation to generation, both descriptively and verbally. This article uses qualitative research analysis with a literature study approach that aims to reveal and critique the extent to which the traditions of Brokohan after childbirth and the burial of the placenta after delivery or childbirth are still widely practiced in Javanese culture, including among Christian families who have accepted Christ's salvation as the basis of their faith. even practiced by Christian clergy. Data collection techniques included observations and interviews with 20 heads of families who had undergone the Brokohan and Ari-ari burial ceremonies, as well as a literature study of journals and books on Javanese culture. In practice, there are several shifts in meaning and purpose that are influenced by cultural, social, and personal conditions. From a Christian perspective, this tradition is seen as a human endeavor that, through its philosophy, provides teachings that must be passed down from generation to generation but are not in accordance with the teachings of Christ (Colossians 2:8). Abstrak Tradisi atau kebiasaan merupakan suatu konsep kepercayaan yang diwariskan secara turun temurun, baik secara diskripsi maupun verbal. Artikel ini menggunakan Penelitian kualitatif analisis dengan pendekatan studi literatur yang bertujuan mengungkap dan mengkritisi sejauh mana tradisi Brokohan pasca melahirkan dan pemendaman Ari-ari pasca persalinan atau melahirkan pada budaya Jawa yang masih banyak dilakukan dimasyarakat jawa, juga termasuk keluarga Kristen yang telah menerima keselamatan Kristus yang menjadi pokok imannya, bahkan dijalani pula oleh tokoh rohaniawan keluarga Kristen. Tehnik pengambilan data dari hasil observasi wawancara dari 20 Kepala Keluarga yang telah menjalani upacara Brokohan dan Pemendaman Ari-ari dan studi pustaka dari jurnal dan buku-buku budaya jawa. Dan didalam pelaksanaanya ada beberapa pergeseran …
creator: Wiji Suko Widodo
rights: Copyright (c) 2026 Wiji Suko Widodo https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0
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date: 2026-01-31
publication date: 2026-01-31
volume: 8
number: 1
starting page: 117
ending page: 129
doi: 10.59177/veritas.v8i1.452

Prinsip Teologis Memenangkan Suami yang Belum Percaya Berdasarkan 1 Petrus 3:1-6
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description: The phenomenon of interfaith marriages between Christian wives and non-believing husbands poses complex challenges and problems for families in Indonesia. In the context of Indonesian culture, which is still strongly influenced by patriarchal patterns, an inaccurate interpretation of 1 Peter 3:16 has given rise to practices among Christian wives that are not in accordance with the intent of the Bible. Specifically, in interpreting the word “submission.” This study aims to analyze the phenomenon of interfaith marriages between Christian wives and unbelieving husbands in the context of Indonesian culture, which is still influenced by patriarchal patterns and modern feminist trends. Through a qualitative approach with an expository study of 1 Peter 3:1–6, this study aims to discover contextual and applicable theological principles in interpreting submission, so that it is not understood as restraint, but as a spiritual strategy that presents a complete testimony of life. The ultimate goal of this study is to provide a theological contribution while opening space for the development of pastoral and faith education models that can bridge the tension between patriarchal culture, the influence of feminism, and true biblical testimony. Abstrak Fenomena pernikahan beda iman antara istri Kristen dan suami yang belum percaya menimbulkan tantangan dan masalah yang kompleks dalam keluarga di Indonesia. Dalam konteks budaya Indonesia yang masih kuat dipengaruhi pola patriarkhi, kemudian tafsir yang tidak tepat terhadap surat 1 Petrus 3:16 telah melahirkan praktik hidup istri Kristen yang tidak sesuai dengan maksud Alkitab. Secara khusus dalam memaknai kata tunduk. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk menganalisis fenomena pernikahan beda iman antara istri Kristen dan suami yang belum percaya dalam konteks budaya Indonesia yang masih dipengaruhi pola patriarki serta arus feminisme modern. Melalui pendekatan kualitatif dengan studi eksposisi 1 Petrus 3:1–6, penelitian ini dimaksudkan unt…
creator: Sari Yuliani
creator: Nidya Arvita Talumewo
rights: Copyright (c) 2026 Sari Yuliani, Nidya Arvita Talumewo https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0
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date: 2026-01-31
publication date: 2026-01-31
volume: 8
number: 1
starting page: 130
ending page: 141
doi: 10.59177/veritas.v8i1.457

Relevansi Konsep Imago Dei terhadap Tanggung Jawab Ekologis di Era Teknologi Digital
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description: This article aims to analyze the relevance of the concept of Imago Dei as a theological foundation for ecological responsibility in the context of the development of digital technology. This study employs a library research method by examining biblical texts and relevant theological literature. The discussion is situated within the context of a global ecological crisis that has been increasingly exacerbated by the impact of digital technology, particularly through rising energy consumption and the accumulation of electronic waste. The findings indicate that the concept of Imago Dei must be understood holistically through substantial, relational, and functional approaches. Such a holistic understanding affirms humanity’s position as responsible stewards of creation before God, rather than as subjects of anthropocentric domination over nature. In the digital era, the concept of Imago Dei functions as an ethical–theological framework that guides the responsible and sustainable use of technology in the care and preservation of creation. Abstrak Artikel ini bertujuan untuk menganalisis relevansi konsep Imago Dei sebagai landasan teologis bagi tanggung jawab ekologis dalam konteks perkembangan teknologi digital. Penelitian ini menggunakan metode studi pustaka dengan menelaah teks-teks Alkitab serta literatur teologi yang relevan. Kajian ini ditempatkan dalam konteks krisis ekologis global yang semakin diperburuk oleh dampak teknologi digital, antara lain melalui peningkatan konsumsi energi dan akumulasi limbah elektronik. Hasil kajian menunjukkan bahwa konsep Imago Dei perlu dipahami secara holistik melalui pendekatan substansial, relasional, dan fungsional. Pemahaman holistik ini menegaskan posisi manusia sebagai penatalayan ciptaan yang bertanggung jawab di hadapan Allah, bukan sebagai subjek dominasi antroposentris atas alam. Dalam konteks era digital, konsep Imago Dei berfungsi sebagai kerangka etis-teologis yang menuntun penggunaan teknologi secara bertanggung jawab,…
creator: Deon Nehemia Paath
creator: Andreas Nugroho
creator: Yosef Antonius
rights: Copyright (c) 2026 Deon Nehemia Paath, Andreas Nugroho, Yosef Antonius https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0
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date: 2026-01-31
publication date: 2026-01-31
volume: 8
number: 1
starting page: 142
ending page: 153
doi: 10.59177/veritas.v8i1.460

Teologi Kontekstual dan Tantangan Hak Asasi Manusia dalam Masyarakat Modern dalam Persepktif Teologia Kristen
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description: Christian theology faces serious challenges in responding to increasingly complex human rights issues in modern societies characterised by pluralistic values, technological developments and the dynamics of globalisation. The discourse on human rights is often understood as a product of secular thought, giving rise to conceptual tensions between theological principles and the universal normative framework that has developed in modern society. These tensions require Christian theology to engage in critical reflection in order to remain relevant, contextual, and transformative without losing its integrity of faith and doctrinal foundations. The phenomenon of structural, systemic, and covert human rights violations indicates a crisis of understanding about human dignity in contemporary social life. This study aims to analyse how contextual Christian theology can provide reflective and critical contributions in responding to human rights challenges in modern society. The research method used is a qualitative approach through literature study, which concludes that contextual theology functions as an integrative hermeneutical framework in responding to human rights issues theologically and practically. The concept of imago Dei provides a normative foundation for understanding human dignity as an inherent value that demands protection and justice. Structural and systematic human rights challenges demand critical reflection of faith on power relations and social injustice. Within this framework, the church is positioned as a moral and social agent called to carry out human rights advocacy in a contextual, transformative manner oriented towards restoring human dignity. Abstrak Teologi Kristen dihadapkan pada tantangan serius dalam merespons persoalan hak asasi manusia yang semakin kompleks di tengah masyarakat modern yang ditandai oleh pluralitas nilai, perkembangan teknologi, dan dinamika globalisasi. Diskursus hak asasi manusia sering kali dipahami sebagai produk pemikiran …
creator: Grace Gamaria Dunggio
rights: Copyright (c) 2026 Grace Gamaria Dunggio https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0
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date: 2026-01-31
publication date: 2026-01-31
volume: 8
number: 1
starting page: 154
ending page: 167
doi: 10.59177/veritas.v8i1.461

Praktik Wacana Iman di Era Digital: Khotbah Virtual GMIM Analisis Wacana Kritis Model Norman Fairclough
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description: This study analyzes the transformation of faith discourse practices in the virtual sermons of the Christian Evangelical Church in Minahasa (GMIM) amidst the mediatization of religion. Employing a qualitative method with Norman Fairclough’s Critical Discourse Analysis approach, this research examines text, discursive practice, and socio-cultural dimensions to reveal power relations in the digital space. The findings indicate that the linguistic structure of sermons has significantly shifted to become more persuasive and egalitarian, utilizing synthetic personalization strategies to establish pseudo-intimacy with the congregation. Sermons are repackaged as concise, visual, and therapeutic content, adapting to the logic of social media algorithms and aesthetics. It is concluded that GMIM’s virtual sermons are not merely dogma transmission but an adaptive strategy reconstructing ecclesiastical authority from hierarchical to more humanist and motivational to maintain institutional relevance within digital culture. Abstrak Penelitian ini menganalisis transformasi praktik wacana iman dalam khotbah virtual Gereja Masehi Injili di Minahasa (GMIM) di tengah arus mediatisasi agama. Menggunakan metode kualitatif dengan pendekatan Analisis Wacana Kritis model Norman Fairclough, studi ini menelaah dimensi teks, praktik diskursif, dan sosiokultural untuk mengungkap relasi kuasa di ruang digital. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa struktur bahasa khotbah mengalami pergeseran signifikan menjadi lebih persuasif dan egaliter melalui strategi synthetic personalization guna membangun keintiman semu dengan jemaat. Khotbah dikemas ulang sebagai konten terapeutik yang ringkas dan visual, menyesuaikan diri dengan logika algoritma serta estetika media sosial. Disimpulkan bahwa khotbah virtual GMIM bukan sekadar transmisi dogma, melainkan strategi adaptif yang merekonstruksi otoritas gerejawi dari hierarkis menjadi lebih humanis dan motivasional demi menjaga relevansi institusi dalam budaya d…
creator: Juan Rasulivan Hendrik Lasut
creator: Mariam Lidia Mytty Pandean
creator: Djeinnie Imbang
rights: Copyright (c) 2026 Juan Rasulivan Hendrik Lasut, Mariam Lidia Mytty Pandean, Djeinnie Imbang https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0
license: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0
date: 2026-01-31
publication date: 2026-01-31
volume: 8
number: 1
starting page: 168
ending page: 179
doi: 10.59177/veritas.v8i1.465

Pengaruh Kompetensi Kepribadian Guru PAK Terhadap Tata Krama Siswa: Studi Kuantitatif di SMA Wiyata Dharma Medan
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description: The degradation of student morals and etiquette in the digital era has become a serious challenge for educational institutions, characterized by a decline in politeness within daily social interactions. Therefore, exemplarity through teacher personality competence is considered crucial as an antithesis to stem such negative behavior. This study aims to examine and analyze the influence of Christian Religious Education (PAK) Teacher Personality Competence on Student Etiquette at SMA Wiyata Dharma Medan. This study employs a quantitative approach with a descriptive correlational design. The research population comprised all 127 Christian students, with a sample of 97 students determined using the proportional random sampling technique based on the Krejcie & Morgan table. Data were collected using a Likert scale questionnaire that had been tested for validity and reliability, and then analyzed using simple linear regression. The results indicate that PAK Teacher Personality Competence has a positive and significant effect on improving student etiquette, with a significance value of p = 0.000 (p < 0.05). The Coefficient of Determination (R2) value of 0.343 indicates that 34.3% of the variation in student etiquette is explained by teacher personality competence, while the remaining 65.7% is influenced by other factors outside the scope of this study. Abstrak Degradasi moral dan tata krama siswa di era digital menjadi tantangan serius bagi institusi pendidikan, yang ditandai dengan menurunnya kesopanan dalam interaksi sosial sehari-hari. Oleh karena itu, keteladanan melalui kompetensi kepribadian guru dianggap krusial sebagai antitesis untuk membendung perilaku negatif tersebut. Penelitian ini bertujuan menguji dan menganalisis pengaruh Kompetensi Kepribadian Guru Pendidikan Agama Kristen (PAK) terhadap Tata Krama Siswa di SMA Wiyata Dharma Medan. Penelitian ini menggunakan pendekatan kuantitatif dengan desain deskriptif korelasional. Populasi penelitian adalah seluruh si…
creator: Nurliani Siregar
creator: Udur Ernita Aritonang
creator: Rohit Yoben Sibarani
creator: Arnita Simanjuntak
creator: Pinoris Simbolon
rights: Copyright (c) 2026 Nurliani Siregar, Udur Ernita Aritonang, Rohit Yoben Sibarani, Arnita Simanjuntak, Pinoris Simbolon https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0
license: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0
date: 2026-02-28
publication date: 2026-02-28
volume: 8
number: 1
starting page: 180
ending page: 195
doi: 10.59177/veritas.v8i1.464

Krisis Spiritualitas dalam Pelayanan Gereja: Pendekatan Fenomenologis terhadap Pencarian Makna Iman Generasi Z
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description: The spiritual crisis among Generation Z has become a real phenomenon, especially among young ministers in local churches where they are involved in ministry but do not always have deep faith. Previous studies have focused more on Generation Z's involvement in terms of participation and religious behavior, while the inner meaning of ministry experienced by young ministers has been little studied. The purpose of this study is to provide an understanding of the meaning of a young minister's spiritual experience in the context of contemporary church ministry using a phenomenological-theological approach. Data collection was conducted through open interviews with several young ministers who are active in worship ministry and analyzed hermeneutically using the educative ministry framework. The results show that many ministers are physically present but not fully involved spiritually, because ministry is often understood as a technical routine rather than a space for encountering God. These findings emphasize the importance of restoring the meaning of ministry as a process of faith formation that shapes the character of Christ in ministers. Practically, this study recommends that churches develop reflective, relational, and contextual faith formation for Generation Z, so that ministry can once again become a means of spiritual transformation in the midst of a complex digital world. Abstrak Krisis spiritualitas di kalangan generasi Z menjadi fenomena yang nyata khususnya pada pelayan muda di gereja lokal di mana mereka terlibat dalam pelayanan tetapi tidak selalu diikuti dengan adanya iman yang dalam. Penelitian sebelumnya lebih banyak mengamati mengenai keterlibatan generasi Z dalam hal partisipasi dan perilaku keagamaan, sedangkan makna batin dari pelayanan yang dialami oleh para pelayan muda masih sedikit dikaji. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk menganalisis makna sebuah pengalaman spiritual pelayan muda dalam konteks pelayanan gereja masa kini. Metode yang digunakan kuali…
creator: Lianasari Hendarto
creator: Sukma Hendra Wahyudi Surahman
creator: Mariani Harmadi
rights: Copyright (c) 2026 Lianasari Hendarto, Sukma Hendra Wahyudi Surahman, Mariani Harmadi https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0
license: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0
date: 2026-02-28
publication date: 2026-02-28
volume: 8
number: 1
starting page: 196
ending page: 206
doi: 10.59177/veritas.v8i1.466

Menghidupi Imago Dei Di Tengah Fenomena Phubbing Dan Krisis Kehadiran
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description: The development of digital technology in the post-digital era has shaped new patterns in human social and spiritual relationships. Behind the intensity of digital connectivity, a crisis of presence has emerged, marked by a decline in the quality of interpersonal communication and a diminished sensitivity to actual physical presence. One concrete expression of this presence crisis is the phenomenon of phubbing, the practice of ignoring people who are physically present in favor of attention to digital devices. This study aims to analyze phubbing as a form of relational alienation while affirming relational spirituality as a way to embody imago Dei within the framework of Christian communication theology. The study employs a qualitative method through library research with a reflective-theological approach, analyzing theological, sociological, and phenomenological literature related to communication, digitalization, and Christian spirituality. The findings indicate that phubbing is not merely an issue of communication ethics but also a manifestation of a theological crisis of presence, as it diminishes the meaning of human relationships as a reflection of imago Dei. Therefore, relational spirituality, which emphasizes tangible presence, openness, and relational responsibility, is understood as the antithesis of phubbing in the post-digital era. These findings contribute to the development of contextual Christian communication theology and have significant implications for pastoral practice and Christian education in fostering a culture of presence that truly humanizes. Abstrak Perkembangan teknologi digital dalam era post-digital telah membentuk pola baru dalam relasi sosial dan spiritual manusia. Di balik intensitas konektivitas digital, muncul krisis kehadiran yang ditandai oleh menurunnya kualitas komunikasi interpersonal serta melemahnya kepekaan terhadap kehadiran fisik yang nyata. Salah satu ekspresi konkret dari krisis kehadiran tersebut adalah fenomena phubbin…
creator: Yusuf Slamet Handoko
rights: Copyright (c) 2026 Yusuf Slamet Handoko https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0
license: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0
date: 2026-02-28
publication date: 2026-02-28
volume: 8
number: 1
starting page: 207
ending page: 217
doi: 10.59177/veritas.v8i1.467

Pendekatan Teologi Praktis untuk Misi Gereja Era Digital, sebagai Strategi Transformasi Inovatif Menghadapi Tantangan Global
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description: The development of digital technology has changed the landscape of communication and social interaction, creating new challenges for the church in carrying out its Great Commission and spirituality. The church is required to adapt its pastoral practices, evangelism, and congregational development to the digital context without compromising theological values and integrity of faith. However, many churches still face difficulties in formulating effective mission strategies amid global complexity and cultural plurality. This phenomenon can be seen in the limitations of churches in maximising the use of digital media to build active and inclusive faith communities. This study aims to formulate a practical theological approach that can be used as an innovative transformation strategy for the digital church mission. The research method used is qualitative with a literature study, and it can be concluded that a digital mission based on contextual practical theology is a strategic means for the church to present the Gospel in a relevant way amid technological and digital cultural developments. Through innovative transformation strategies, the church can respond to the global challenges of digital mission with an inclusive, ethical, and sustainable approach. Practical implementation and a planned digital mission management model enable church ministry to remain faithful to its calling while being adaptive to the changing times. Abstrak Perkembangan teknologi digital telah mengubah lanskap komunikasi dan interaksi sosial, sehingga menimbulkan tantangan baru bagi gereja dalam menjalankan misi Amanat Agung dan spiritualitasnya. Gereja dituntut untuk menyesuaikan praktik pastoral, penginjilan, dan pembinaan jemaat dengan konteks digital tanpa mengorbankan nilai-nilai teologis dan integritas iman. Namun, banyak gereja masih menghadapi kesulitan dalam merumuskan strategi misi yang efektif di tengah kompleksitas global dan pluralitas budaya. Fenomena ini terlihat dari keterbatasan …
creator: Hanniel Jehoshua van der Krogt
rights: Copyright (c) 2026 Hanniel Jehoshua van der Krogt https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0
license: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0
date: 2026-02-28
publication date: 2026-02-28
volume: 8
number: 1
starting page: 218
ending page: 230
doi: 10.59177/veritas.v8i1.468

Patriarki Dan Perempuan Dalam Alkitab: Sebuah Tinjauan Historis-Teologis Dari Kejadian Hingga Injil
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description: This study is motivated by the ongoing theological debate concerning patriarchal structures and the position of women in the Bible, which are often interpreted in an ahistorical and purely normative manner without sufficient attention to the development of divine revelation and socio-cultural contexts. The aim of this research is to examine how the concept of patriarchy and the roles of women are portrayed and progressively transformed within the biblical narrative, from the Book of Genesis to the Gospels. Employing a qualitative research design with a historical-theological approach, this study analyzes biblical texts in dialogue with the ancient cultural background and the chronological development of biblical theology. The findings indicate that the Bible does not statically endorse patriarchy; rather, it presents a progressive dynamic that leads toward the restoration of women’s dignity and roles, culminating in the attitudes and teachings of Jesus in the Gospels. Abstrak Kajian ini dilatarbelakangi oleh perdebatan teologis yang terus berlangsung mengenai relasi patriarki dan posisi perempuan dalam Alkitab, yang kerap dipahami secara ahistoris dan normatif tanpa memperhatikan perkembangan wahyu dan konteks sosial-budaya. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk menelusuri bagaimana konsep patriarki dan peran perempuan digambarkan dan ditransformasikan dalam narasi Alkitab dari Kitab Kejadian hingga Injil. Metode yang digunakan adalah penelitian kualitatif dengan pendekatan historis-teologis, melalui analisis teks Alkitab, latar budaya kuno, serta perkembangan teologi biblika secara kronologis. Kesimpulan penelitian menunjukkan bahwa Alkitab tidak secara statis meneguhkan patriarki, melainkan menghadirkan dinamika progresif yang mengarah pada pemulihan martabat dan peran perempuan, yang mencapai puncaknya dalam sikap dan ajaran Yesus dalam Injil.
creator: Nofida Fitria Lassa
creator: Henky Purwanto
creator: Lukas Widiyanto
rights: Copyright (c) 2026 Nofida Fitria Lassa, Henky Purwanto, Lukas Widiyanto https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0
license: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0
date: 2026-02-28
publication date: 2026-02-28
volume: 8
number: 1
starting page: 231
ending page: 244
doi: 10.59177/veritas.v8i1.469

Mentoring Kristen sebagai Strategi Pendampingan Holistis bagi Mahasiswa Baru: Studi Kualitatif pada Domain Spiritual, Intelektual, Emosional, dan Sosial
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description: This study aims to explore the effectiveness of Christian mentoring practices in supporting new students' holistic adjustment across the spiritual, intellectual, emotional, and social domains. The study used a qualitative approach with six randomly selected new students from the class of 2024 at a Christian higher education institution in Tangerang who participated in a mentoring program for one academic year. Data sources included mentee interviews as primary data, mentoring program evaluations, and focus group discussions (FGDs) as supporting data. Data were analyzed using the Miles and Huberman (2014) model through the stages of data collection, data reduction, data presentation, and conclusion drawing. The evaluation results showed that this mentoring activity effectively supported students' holistic adjustment across four domains. In the intellectual domain, namely receiving intellectual support and learning strategies through mentors. In the emotional domain, namely acceptance without judgment and support for emotional regulation. And in the social domain, namely social adaptation and a sense of belonging. Meanwhile, the supporting data support the interview findings. However, there are some points that Christian higher education institutions should pay attention to, including the difficulty of finding a suitable time for mentoring meetings, the lack of normative mentoring activities, mentees becoming dependent on mentors and being treated unfairly, and the difficulty of building close relationships due to mentees being less active in asking questions or being shy. These points will serve as input for mentoring providers in Christian higher education. Abstrak Penelitian ini bertujuan mengeksplorasi efektivitas praktik mentoring Kristen dalam mendukung penyesuaian diri mahasiswa baru secara holistis pada domain spiritual, intelektual, emosional, dan sosial. Penelitian menggunakan pendekatan kualitatif dengan dengan subjek 6 mahasiswa baru angkatan 2024 disalah …
creator: Ganda Sari
rights: Copyright (c) 2026 Ganda Sari https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0
license: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0
date: 2026-02-28
publication date: 2026-02-28
volume: 8
number: 1
starting page: 245
ending page: 256
doi: 10.59177/veritas.v8i1.470

Pemanfaatan Youtube Dalam Pembelajaran Teologi Sistematika Untuk Mempersiapkan Mahasiswa Prodi Pendidikan Agama Kristen Menghadapi Praktek Pengalaman Lapangan
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description: Youtube has become an inseparable part of Indonesian students' digital life, yet its structured use in teaching Systematic Theology at higher theological education remains very limited. Christian Education (called PAK) students occupy a unique position as both learners and prospective teachers who will apply Systematic Theology loci Doctrine of God, Christology, Pneumatology, Anthropology & Hamartiology, Soteriology, Ecclesiology, and Eschatology in school PAK lessons during their Teaching Practicum (called PPL). This study aims to identify the needs and perceptions of PAK students regarding Youtube use as a learning medium for Systematic Theology in PPL preparation. A descriptive quantitative approach with total sampling of 15 sixth-semester PAK students at STT Khatulistiwa Sintang was employed. Data were collected through an online questionnaire containing 26 questions in six sections, including a 5-point Likert Scale on six perception indicators. Results showed very positive perceptions toward Youtube, with the highest score on the indicator of Youtube's ability to assist PPL preparation (mean 4.20, Very High category). The majority of respondents (53.3%) had combined learning styles, 66.7% appreciated the replay feature as Youtube's main advantage, while 80% expressed concern about doctrinal accuracy of content. The study formulates a 4-Phase Framework of Youtube Utilization: Pre-Class, In-Class, Post-Class, and Pre-PPL Preparation complemented by application mapping per Systematic Theology locus and five content curation principles. This framework offers an integrated approach in which Youtube functions doubly as a source of theological content and a source of teaching modeling for prospective PAK teachers. Abstrak Youtube telah menjadi bagian tak terpisahkan dari kehidupan digital mahasiswa Indonesia, namun pemanfaatannya secara terstruktur dalam pembelajaran Teologi Sistematika di pendidikan tinggi teologi masih sangat terbatas. Mahasiswa Program Studi Pendid…
creator: Herry Kiswanto
creator: Ridwan Tonny Hasiholan Pane
rights: Copyright (c) 2026 Herry Kiswanto, Ridwan Tonny Hasiholan Pane https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0
license: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0
date: 2026-02-28
publication date: 2026-02-28
volume: 8
number: 1
starting page: 257
ending page: 274
doi: 10.59177/veritas.v8i1.517