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The development of information systems in educational management has become a very necessary need to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of educational institution management. This study explores the concept and implementation of information systems in educational management in Christian educational institutions. The main focus of this study is to understand how information systems can support administrative processes, academic systems, curriculum management, and interactions between educators and students. This study uses a qualitative approach with a literature study method in several Christian educational institutions. The results of the study indicate that the implementation of appropriate information systems can improve the quality of educational services, facilitate access to information, and improve overall organizational performance. However, challenges such as limited resources and resistance to change need to be overcome to achieve successful implementation. This study provides practical recommendations for Christian educational institutions to optimize the use of information systems in their educational management.

This article discusses the important role of Christian religious education in facilitating intercultural cooperation in Indonesia, which is a country with a pluralistic society. Religious education not only serves to build individual morals and character, but also serves as a bridge to create understanding and tolerance between different groups. By prioritizing the values of peace and mutual respect, Christian religious education has the potential to reduce conflict and promote harmony in a diverse society. Therefore, education about pluralism and the rights of adherents of other religions in the religious education curriculum is very important, in order to strengthen social solidarity and intercultural cooperation. 

This study examines the religious transformation of inmates through the Christian spiritual guidance program at Class I Correctional Facility in Medan. The program aims to enhance inmates' spiritual awareness and behavioral change through worship, Bible study, and spiritual counseling. Using a qualitative research approach, data were collected through in-depth interviews, observations, and documentation studies. The results show that the Christian spiritual guidance program positively impacts inmates, contributing to significant behavioral changes, increased religious awareness, and deeper spiritual understanding. However, several challenges were identified, including limited resources, insufficient supervision, and a lack of adequate facilities. This study recommends improvements to the program’s implementation to achieve more sustainable outcomes and to address the existing challenges.  

This study examines the servant leadership of Jesus Christ as a model for Christian educators in an effort to realize social harmony towards 2045. Using a qualitative method involving literature analysis and in-depth interviews with a number of Christian educators, this study aims to explore the understanding and application of servant leadership principles in an educational context. The main focus of this research is to explore the values that Jesus taught, such as unconditional love, empathy, collaboration, and humility, and how these values can be applied in an educational setting. The research also analyzes the impact of applying these principles on the formation of students' socially sensitive characters and their ability to contribute positively to society. The results are expected to provide practical recommendations for Christian educators in creating an inclusive, safe and supportive learning environment. By forming students who are not only academically smart, but also have social awareness, it is hoped that they can become agents of change who bring positive impact in facing social challenges in the future. Through the application of Jesus' servant leadership, this research seeks to demonstrate the relevance of Christian values in creating a harmonious and equitable society in Indonesia in 2045.

Religious conflicts in Indonesia still occur to this day even though Indonesia is known as a plural country. There are still claims that the teachings of one religion are better than other religions. In this study, the author discusses the concept of the Trinity in Christianity and Trimurti in Hinduism, and the implications of both concepts for inter-religious harmony. The Trinity, consisting of the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit, is the core of Christianity that emphasises unity and diversity in one God. The Trimurti consisting of Brahma (Creator), Vishnu (Sustainer), and Shiva (Destroyer) describes different aspects of God in Hinduism. Analyses were conducted using a religio-cultural approach to understand how these two concepts can complement or contradict each other. The research shows that although there are fundamental differences in the understanding of divinity between Christianity and Hinduism, there are also common points that can be used as a basis for interfaith dialogue. This research provides theological insights and practical solutions to create social harmony.

In this era of globalization, women as leaders are not only in the secular world. Women's leadership in the spiritual world has emerged, one of which is when a woman is appointed as a pastor. To become a good leader, you can prepare yourself by learning about leadership. However, there are also those who have not had the chance to learn about leadership but have been appointed as leaders. This happens when a pastor's wife is suddenly appointed as a church leader in urgent conditions due to the death of her husband. This case was experienced by several pastors of the JKI Synod of the Semarang Regional Coordination as pastors replacing their husbands who died. In this study, the author aims to find out when a leadership transition occurs, is the pastor's wife ready to lead? How does the congregation respond to the transition of leadership from husband to pastor's wife? When the transition occurs, is there progress or decline in terms of the number of congregations, church management systems. In this study, the author uses a qualitative method with a case study approach. Where the author collects data by interviewing participants as a source of information. In addition to interviews, literature related to leadership is also used. Thus, it is expected that the results of this study can provide a solution when there is a transition of leadership in the church, the wife is ready to shepherd by having leadership skills so that it will not cause problems when someone accepts the transition of leadership and can be applied in Christian leadership

Religious conflicts in Indonesia still occur to this day even though Indonesia is known as a plural country. There are still claims that the teachings of one religion are better than other religions. In this study, the author discusses the concept of the Trinity in Christianity and Trimurti in Hinduism, and the implications of both concepts for inter-religious harmony. The Trinity, consisting of the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit, is the core of Christianity that emphasises unity and diversity in one God. The Trimurti consisting of Brahma (Creator), Vishnu (Sustainer), and Shiva (Destroyer) describes different aspects of God in Hinduism. Analyses were conducted using a religio-cultural approach to understand how these two concepts can complement or contradict each other. The research shows that although there are fundamental differences in the understanding of divinity between Christianity and Hinduism, there are also common points that can be used as a basis for interfaith dialogue. This research provides theological insights and practical solutions to create social harmony.

The spiritual aspect of believers will be influenced by what they see. Those who watch various available shows, especially Korean dramas, are often not selective and gradually become more engrossed and immersed in various Korean drama shows. The purpose of this study is to provide an overview or concept for Christian women in the age range of 50 to 65 years regarding the impacts of watching Korean dramas on their spiritual lives and to see the Bible's perspective on this issue. This study uses a descriptive qualitative method with a hermeneutic approach to see the relevance of the interpretation of Titus 2:3-5 with the title of this journal. The results of this study are that Christian women aged 50 to 65 years will spend more time because Korean drama shows that bewitch viewers, making this group vulnerable to being infiltrated with a consumptive lifestyle or way of life because of the impact of watching shows and potentially distancing them from their social spiritual life in church. Therefore, it is necessary to limit time and be willing not to get carried away and immersed when watching various Korean drama series on several paid stations. And demand their awareness to be an example taught in the verses in Titus 2:3-5.

Abortion is a controversial issue that involves debates across various sectors, including legal, religious, ethical, and health aspects. Defined as the termination of pregnancy before the fetus can survive outside the womb, abortion in Indonesia is regulated by Health Law No. 36 of 2009, Article 75, which allows the procedure only in cases of medical emergencies and pregnancies resulting from rape. Despite these regulations, illegal abortions still occur frequently, driven by unwanted pregnancies, economic issues, and social stigma. This paper will discuss various aspects, including the causes of abortion, health impacts, types of abortion in special cases, and the Christian ethical perspective. The research method employed is literature review. The findings indicate that abortion can occur due to various factors such as fear, health issues, socio-economic conditions, and misunderstandings about its consequences. Illegal abortions pose serious risks to women's physical and mental health, including infections, bleeding, emotional trauma, and even death. Medically, abortion may be performed to protect the mother’s life in high-risk pregnancies, such as in cases of uterine cancer or rape. However, from the Christian ethical perspective, abortion is viewed as contrary to God's will, as the fetus is considered a living being that must be protected from conception.

Doctrine of the church in the context of ecclesiology, focusing on several important aspects. First, the definition of church doctrine is explained as the study of the identity, function, and role of the church as the body of Christ, emphasizing that the church is not merely a physical building, but a community of believers united in faith. Next, the history and development of the church are outlined, demonstrating how the church has adapted to various challenges and social changes, including the emergence of different denominations that contribute to the understanding of ecclesiology today. The discussion also highlights the importance of doctrine for the spiritual life of the congregation, where doctrine serves as a theological foundation that influences faith growth, the formation of Christian character, and provides relevant moral guidance. Additionally, this paper identifies the challenges faced by the church in the modern era, such as secularism, religious pluralism, and social change, which require the church to remain relevant and responsive to contemporary issues.

Doctrine of the church in the context of ecclesiology, focusing on several important aspects. First, the definition of church doctrine is explained as the study of the identity, function, and role of the church as the body of Christ, emphasizing that the church is not merely a physical building, but a community of believers united in faith. Next, the history and development of the church are outlined, demonstrating how the church has adapted to various challenges and social changes, including the emergence of different denominations that contribute to the understanding of ecclesiology today. The discussion also highlights the importance of doctrine for the spiritual life of the congregation, where doctrine serves as a theological foundation that influences faith growth, the formation of Christian character, and provides relevant moral guidance. Additionally, this paper identifies the challenges faced by the church in the modern era, such as secularism, religious pluralism, and social change, which require the church to remain relevant and responsive to contemporary issues.

This study aims to determine the extent of the influence of PAK teacher guidance on the interest in learning Christian Religious Education and Character Education of class X students of SMK Negeri 1 Sigumpar in the 2024/2025 Academic Year. With the hypothesis that there is a positive influence of PAK teacher guidance on the interest in learning Christian Religious Education and Character Education of class X students of SMK Negeri 1 Sigumpar in the 2024/2025 Academic Year. Using a descriptive quantitative research method. The population of all students of class X SMK Negeri 1 Sigumpar in the 2024/2025 Academic Year who are Protestant Christians is 50 people. This study is a population study. The research instrument is a closed questionnaire. The results of data analysis obtained: a) The rcount value = 0.871 indicates a positive relationship and a very strong level of relationship in the interval 0.800 - 1.00 between PAK teacher guidance and students' interest in learning Christian Religious Education and Character Education. b) The determination test found that the influence was 75.86%. The study concluded that there was a positive influence of PAK teacher guidance on the interest in learning Christian Religious Education and Character Education of class X students of SMK Negeri 1 Sigumpar in the 2024/2025 Academic Year.

This research aims to determine the strategy for realizing social harmony in Islamic and Christian communities in Bukit Malintang District, Mandailing Natal Regency, knowing the forms and forms of social harmony and the efforts made to create social harmony in Islamic and Christian communities in Bukit Malintang District, Mandailing Regency. Christmas 2024. This research uses qualitative research methods. Data collection in this research uses observation, interviews and documentation techniques. Social harmony is compatibility, suitability, balance and justice which provides a sense of security, peace and prosperity to all mankind. Broadly speaking, it means the existence of brotherhood and togetherness between religious communities even though they are different in terms of ethnicity, race and class. The results of this research show that in the villages of Promisematogu and Lambou Dahlul Ihsan, each religion teaches to live in peace and tranquility. The importance of awareness among the adherents of each religion makes it very easy to establish social harmony in society. So that people can live in peace, help each other, respect each other, in everyday life. Religious figures also often emphasize the importance of tolerance as a basis for peaceful coexistence. By implementing the Dalihan Na Tolu system, the kinship system has an important meaning that looks at the relationship between Islamic and Christian communities in the kinship system incorporated in Dalian Na Tolu, overcoming relationships that are built on the basis of inter-religious brotherhood.

The purpose of this study was to determine the positive and significant influence of the pedagogical competence of Christian Religious Education teachers on the learning activity of class XI students of SMA Negeri 2 Tarutung, North Tapanuli Regency in the 2024/2025 academic year. The method used in this study is a quantitative descriptive inferential method. The population was all class XI students of SMA Negeri 2 Tarutung totaling 274 students and a sample of 35 people was determined using Purposive Sampling. Data were collected with a closed questionnaire of 34 items. The results of the data analysis showed that there was a positive and significant influence of the Pedagogical Competence of Christian Religious Education Teachers on the Learning Activity of Class XI Students of SMA Negeri 2 Tarutung, North Tapanuli Regency in the 2024/2025 Academic Year, as evidenced by the following data analysis: 1) Analysis requirements test: a) a positive relationship test obtained a value of rxy = 0.619> rtable ( = 0.05, n = 35) = 0.334. b) Test of significant relationship obtained tcount value = 4.524 > ttable ( = 0.05, dk = n-2 = 33) = 2.042. 2) Test of influence: a) Test of regression equation, obtained regression equation Y ̂="16.36" + 0.65X. b) Test of regression determination coefficient (r2) = 38.3%. 3) Hypothesis test using F test obtained Fcount > Ftable = ( = 0.05, dk numerator k = 21, dk denominator = n-2 = 35-2 = 33) which is 20.43 > 1.62. Thus Ha is accepted and H0 is rejected.

The aim of the research is to find out the strategies of Nias Migrant Christian Families in enculturating cultural values ​​in children in Tarutung District. The research method used in this research is descriptive qualitative research. The Nias migrant family's strategy regarding Nias cultural values ​​for children has been realized in direct teaching through the use of language, then family involvement in the community and then the family also has to balance maintaining identity and adapting to the new environment. Nias migrant families in Tarutung sub-district have shown significant efforts in preserving Nias culture amidst the dynamics of modern life.

The aim of this research is to determine the influence of the Contextual Teaching and Learning approach on students' creative thinking abilities in Christian religious and character education subjects in class XII at SMK Negeri 1 Sipoholon, North Tapanuli Regency for the 2024/2025 academic year. The method used in this research is a quantitative research method with Pre-Experimental One Shot Case Study statistics. The population was all class Data was collected using a 20 item questionnaire. The results of data analysis show that there is an influence of the Contextual Teaching and Learning approach on students' creative thinking abilities in the Christian religious and character education subjects in class XII at SMK Negeri 1 Sipoholon, North Tapanuli Regency for the 2024/2025 academic year. Test analysis requirements, namely tcount = 8.376 > ttable = 2.042. It is known that the tcount value is in the area of ​​rejection of H0 and acceptance of Ha, so H0 is rejected and Ha is accepted. Thus, it can be concluded that there is an influence of the Contextual Teaching and Learning approach on students' creative thinking abilities in Christian religious and character education subjects in class XII at SMK Negeri 1 Sipoholon, North Tapanuli Regency for the 2024/2025 academic year.

The purpose of this study was to determine how to generate PAK teacher attention in increasing self-confidence in class XI students of SMK Negeri 1 Raya, Simalungun Regency, 2024/2025 Academic Year. The research method used is a qualitative method. The determination technique used to collect informants is using purposive sampling. The data collection technique used in this study used semi-structured interviews. The results of the study showed that the attention of PAK teachers in increasing the self-confidence of class XI students of SMK Negeri 1 Raya, namely: (1) PAK teachers have provided optimal attention by providing supervision, guidance, ideas and input. The supervision provided by PAK teachers is classified as very good with a percentage of 75%; (2) providing motivation to students. The motivation given by PAK teachers is classified as very good with a percentage of 85%; (3) some students lack self-confidence which is shown in an optimistic attitude but already have a responsible attitude which is classified as sufficient with a percentage of 43%; and (4) PAK teachers have used good communication with students which aims not to weaken students' self-confidence. PAK teacher communication is classified as good with a percentage of 80%.

The purpose of this study was to determine the positive and significant influence of the Use of Audio Visual Media by Christian Religious Education and Character Education Teachers on the Learning Activity of Grade IX Students at SMPN 4 Siborongborong in the 2024/2025 Academic Year. The method used in this study is a quantitative research method with descriptive inferential data analysis. The population was all grade IX students of SMP Negeri 4 Siborongborong totaling 206 people and a sample of 34 people was determined using the Purposive sampling technique. Data were collected using a positive closed questionnaire of 32 items. The results of the data analysis show that there is a positive and significant influence of the Use of Audio Visual Media by Christian Religious Education and Character Education Teachers on the Learning Activity of Class IX Students at SMPN 4 Siborongborong in the 2024/2025 Academic Year as evidenced by the following data analysis: 1) Analysis requirements test: a) positive relationship test obtained rxy value = 0.851> rtable ( = 0.05, n = 34) = 0.339. b) Significant relationship test obtained tcount value = 9.167> ttable ( = 0.05, dk = n-2 = 32) = 2.036. 2) Influence test: a) Regression equation test, obtained regression equation Ŷ = 10.02 + 0.80X. b) Regression determination coefficient test (r2) = 72.4%. 3) Hypothesis testing using the F test obtained Fcount > Ftable, namely 84.334 > 1.79. Thus Ha is accepted and H0 is rejected.

This study examines the role of Christian theological teachings in forming adolescent characters in the contemporary era. The modern era, characterized by technological advances and rapid social changes, brings various challenges for adolescents regarding morality, spirituality, and decision-making. Through a descriptive qualitative approach, this research uses literature studies from various relevant sources to analyze how theological education can be a strong foundation in shaping character with integrity, strengthening faith, and developing moral resilience for Christian teenagers. The results show that the teachings of Christian theology not only play a role in building a personality based on Christian values but also help teenagers face the challenges of the contemporary era wisely and resolutely.

This study aims to determine the relationship between youth worship systems and faith growth in GKO Pematang Tembesu and to explain how youth worship systems can increase youth faith in GKO. This study is based on the youth worship system carried out by the church, it can be seen that faith is not growing well in adolescents, as seen from poor behavior and lack of responsiveness in following every worship service carried out by GKO. Of course, this is something that really needs to be considered in order to create a strong and God-fearing youth faith. In this study, the researcher used a descriptive inferential method with a quantitative approach, the data obtained through observation, interviews, questionnaires (questionnaires) and documentation. Data is obtained and data processing is carried out in order to obtain the desired results. The population of this study was all GKO adolescents totaling 30 people. This study was carried out by the author at the Oikumene Christian Church, Pematang Tembesu, Jambi and was carried out from November 2023 to January 2024.The results of the questionnaire from the respondents were processed and compiled and tabulated in a table according to the items submitted. To find out the Pearson Product Moment, the rxy value is obtained = 0.666. And with r table 0.308308, it can be said that there is a positive and significant relationship between worship order and faith growth in GKO Pematang Tembesu. With a significant p = 0.000 <0.050, the hypothesis of the study is that there is a positive relationship between worship order and faith growth. This means that based on the research, the hypothesis in this study is accepted. The determinant coefficient (r2) of the relationship between variable x and variable y is r2 = 0.443, this shows that worship order is related to faith growth by 44.3%.