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The aim of this research is to find out and understand the role and duties of the parish pastoral council in pastoral work and church services in the Catholic Church. The method used in this article is a qualitative research method with data collection techniques using literature reviews, observation, documentation and interviews. The data obtained was analyzed using qualitative methods through data analysis techniques. Research steps include interviews with informants, informant profiles, theme definitions, reflections, implications, synthesis, perspectives or future possibilities. So that the church can grow and develop, with the hope that it can help people to be more active, especially in positions that require service and visits, so that their faith and hope can grow and develop towards eternal salvation, so that they can better understand the meaning contained therein. . in the teachings of the Catholic Church. The results of this research show that the parish pastoral council, especially in Ampa Petrus and Paulus Parish, has a very important role, and the parish pastoral council is very much needed in the parish, especially in pastoral care. from church. and assisting the parish priest in his duties and ministry serving the parishioners.

Nyadran is a series of traditional ceremonies, which are part of cultural heritage and believe that certain places are sacred or holy places. Nyadran traditions like this are a from of salvation carried out as a from of gratitude and respect for ancestors. The data collection technique used in this research was interviews with the main sources, the head of the Nyadran committee and the of Brayo village. The location of this research was in Ujung Biru Hamlet, Brayo Village, Wonotunggal District.  Nyadran activities in Ujung Biru Hamlet are held in the month of Muharrom because Muharrom is not the Hijri New Year. Nyadran implementation in Brayo Village has been carried out since ancient times, as time goes by, the nyadran tradition has undergone many changes

The problem of evil remains one of the most persistent and challenging issues in Christian philosophy. This paper explores the philosophical dimensions of suffering through a Christian lens, focusing on the paradox of divine goodness in the presence of moral and natural evil. Drawing from classical theodicy and contemporary Catholic thought, the study examines how the mystery of the Cross offers a unique theological and philosophical response to suffering. Special attention is given to the thought of Augustine, Aquinas, and modern Catholic philosophers such as Henri de Lubac and Josef Pieper. The paper argues that Christian philosophy does not attempt to explain away suffering but rather provides a framework in which suffering can be redemptive, meaningful, and even transformative when united with the suffering of Christ. By grounding human suffering within the narrative of salvation history, Christian philosophy affirms that evil does not have the final word. The research also reflects on the existential implications of hope, patience, and grace in enduring suffering, making a case for a distinctly Christian metaphysical response to theodicy. This study contributes to ongoing discussions in Christian existentialism, ethics, and metaphysics by reaffirming the coherence of faith and reason in addressing one of the deepest human questions.

Traditional phenomena of the slaughter of wedhus kendit in Java, especially Norowito village, Karanganyar Prefecture, Demak Districk, Central Java, associated with the flood disaster that occurred in March 2024. Ritual in this respect is not just a cultural or religious practice, it encompasses complex mythological, theological, and socio-cultural aspects. The myths and beliefs about the wedhus of the frogs associate it with the Bathara Kala and the traditions of the earth, as well as preventing and protecting from catastrophe. Some people consider it a sacred habit, but others regard it as superstition or misleading. The majority of the inhabitants of the village of Norowito believe in this ritual, as evidenced by their participation in the slaughter ceremony and their belief that the wedhus will protect them from scourges. They also view this ritual as a way to find salvation in everyday life. The aim of this study is to understand the origins, significance, and influence of the tradition of wedhus slaughter, as well as its impact on the identity and life of the Java people. By studying further in these practices, it is expected to better understand the cultural wisdom and beliefs that make up this tradition, and the values held firmly by the local communities in daily life.

Traditional phenomena of the slaughter of wedhus kendit in Java, especially Norowito village, Karanganyar Prefecture, Demak Districk, Central Java, associated with the flood disaster that occurred in March 2024. Ritual in this respect is not just a cultural or religious practice, it encompasses complex mythological, theological, and socio-cultural aspects. The myths and beliefs about the wedhus of the frogs associate it with the Bathara Kala and the traditions of the earth, as well as preventing and protecting from catastrophe. Some people consider it a sacred habit, but others regard it as superstition or misleading. The majority of the inhabitants of the village of Norowito believe in this ritual, as evidenced by their participation in the slaughter ceremony and their belief that the wedhus will protect them from scourges. They also view this ritual as a way to find salvation in everyday life. The aim of this study is to understand the origins, significance, and influence of the tradition of wedhus slaughter, as well as its impact on the identity and life of the Java people. By studying further in these practices, it is expected to better understand the cultural wisdom and beliefs that make up this tradition, and the values held firmly by the local communities in daily life.

The purpose of this study is to improve the children's creativity at the Salvation Army Orphanage by using casework procedures. One tactic to stress problem solutions through organized and systematic social interventions is the casework technique. Children who took part in the program shown gains in their ability to think creatively, express themselves, and solve problems. Youngsters who had a natural desire to work and greater self-confidence also benefited. This journal's goal is to foster the imaginations and inventiveness of the kids at the Salvation Army Orphanage through the application of casework techniques, which span the engagement, intake, contract, assessment, planning, intervention, monitoring, evaluation, and termination phases.

Understanding the concept of Justification by Faith is crucial for Christians, as it enables them to gauge their comprehension and application of this doctrine in their lives. Many Christians have yet to fully grasp this foundational aspect of their faith. This study aims to elucidate the true significance of Justification by Faith by comparing the perspectives of Paul and James, which at first glance, seem contradictory. This research employs a literature review approach, involving the identification, classification, and analysis of relevant literature on the topic of Justification by Faith according to Paul, James, and Calvin. The study involves a hermeneutical analysis of biblical texts, a comparison of theological perspectives, and a systematic organization of findings. Paul asserts that justification occurs through faith, independent of works, as an act of God's grace (Romans 3:28, 4:5). The law reveals human sinfulness and the need for divine justification through faith in Christ. James emphasizes that genuine faith is demonstrated through works (James 2:24). He argues that faith without works is dead and insists on the necessity of works as evidence of true faith. Calvin integrates both perspectives, emphasizing that justification by faith is inseparable from the process of regeneration by the Holy Spirit. He views faith as a gift from God that leads to good works, the fruit of genuine faith. Justification by Faith is an act of God that can only be achieved through His grace and the sacrifice of Jesus Christ (Romans 4:5; 5:6). Faith is rooted in the truth of God's revelation in Christ, culminating in belief in His crucifixion and resurrection. Both Paul and James agree that faith and works are essential in a genuine response to God, with good works being the inevitable result of true faith. This study underscores the interconnectedness of faith and works, aligning with Martin Luther's assertion that good works are the fruit of righteousness. The comprehensive understanding of Justification by Faith involves recognizing it as a divine act that provides hope for salvation through faith, a gift from God facilitated by the Holy Spirit (Ephesians 2:8; Galatians 5:22).  

The Welhausen group teaches that eschatology is a concept that first appeared before the current post-exilic era. Many Bible scholars admit that the concept of God is closely related to the history of the salvation of the Israelites and gives them eschatological hope. The vision of eschatology in the Old Testament is a unique phenomenon that occurred in the Israeli nation and is not found outside of Israel because eschatology did not appear in religious communities that doubted God's guidance. Eschatology is the religious belief of the Israeli people which grew from their faith in God who provided salvation for their people

The background to this Community Service activity is: First, there is a need to refresh the understanding of 'Being like Christ', especially in terms of the characteristics of facing suffering, in the context of the weeks leading up to the commemoration of Good Friday. Second, there is a tendency for believers to doubt the perfection of Christ's sacrifice for salvation, with contemporary teachings, especially progressive Christianity which emphasizes good deeds in salvation, not the work of Christ. The purpose of this article is: First, to explain the meaning of 'becoming like Christ' for believers. Second, to explain the perfection of Christ's sacrifice for human salvation. The method used to present this article is the descriptive method, while the method used in the activity is the lecture method. The results of this activity are: First, becoming like Christ according to Philippians 2:6-8 in terms of humility (verses 6-7), obedience to God (8a) and willingness to sacrifice (8b). The perfection of Christ's sacrifice according to Hebrews 10:1-5 shows that Christ's sacrifice is superior to the sacrifices in the Old Testament (1-7), Christ's sacrifice was carried out once and for all (10), Christ's sacrifice perfected the salvation of believers (14). Second, the results of audience satisfaction are as follows: Data on the average level of satisfaction from the two activities, namely from 50 samples who gave answers to the satisfaction level questionnaire: no people (0%) said they were dissatisfied, 1 person (2.0%) said less satisfied, 3.5 people (6.94%) said they were neutral, 40 people (79.09%) said they were satisfied and 6 people (12.00%) said they were very satisfied. It can be concluded that the majority of respondents expressed satisfaction, and a small percentage stated they were very satisfied. The level of respondent satisfaction is high.

This writing aims to prove that Christ Centric ideas when integrated with psychotherapy and logotherapy are effective in overcoming the problem of losing a loved one and will produce a significant level of recovery. Through this research, it is shown that people who grieve when carrying out several activities, such as listening to sermons, reading the Bible, singing, and carrying out social-diaconal actions; their faith has been strengthened (orthodoxy), their enthusiasm for carrying out religious and social activities (orthopraxy), they are more sensitive to other people (ortopathy), and they have increased their ability to do good deeds (pietas). Therefore, the church needs to involve grieving people in church activities, because by involving them, it also means helping them to speed up the process of recovery from grief. Academically, the idea of ​​Christ Centric theology can be justified. Through an exegetical study of Colossians 1:15-20, it has been proven that Christ is central and primary in all forms of God's plans and actions. Both in the creation event, maintenance of creation after the fall into sin, redemption, and salvation; Christ is the center and ultimate. Thus, Christ Centric theology is worthy of being applied in Christian counseling and psychotherapy.

The aim of this research is to determine the equality of men and women in the context of receiving salvation based on Galatians 3:26-29 with relevance for today's church. The research method in writing this scientific work is a qualitative method, namely a descriptive approach. This method is used by the author to find useful materials in accordance with the research objectives. In this research, equality between men and women will be explored in the context of receiving salvation and its relevance for the church today. The result of the exegesis of Galatians 3:26-29 is how humans view the equality of men and women in the context of receiving salvation and its relevance for the church today. As is known, Christians always emphasize that humans, both men and women, have equality in receiving salvation through His Gospel or His Word, namely the Faith and Trust of His people. In this case, it also really depends on the theological interpretation of each church sect, because some sects may emphasize a personal relationship with God as the main way to receive salvation, while there are several church sects that emphasize the role of the church as a community of faith that facilitates spiritual growth and receiving the gift of salvation. Salvation (grace) from God is universal (general). God's action in Jesus Christ has effectively eliminated differences according to Gal. 3:26-29. The good news of salvation is that there is no longer such a thing as a select group, those who hope to receive the benefits of Jesus' Messiahship should be part of every believing people. Salvation in the context of Galatians 3 is through God's promises to His people who believe. Apart from that, the concept of salvation is a primary doctrine that becomes a dogmatic guide for God's church. The church must also see and emulate the equality of men and women in the context of receiving salvation. God emphasizes that all mankind should not do things that God does not want. He hopes that those who come with Him are those who truly believe in their faith. Salvation is given to humans as a form of His goodness to His people who believe through Faith and Actions that are always loyal to Him. Salvation is Grace, meaning that there is only one way to obtain salvation, namely through Jesus Christ. He said, “I am the way and the truth and the life. No one comes to the Father except through Me.” And if you belong to Christ, then you are also Abraham's descendants and have the right to receive God's promises (Gal. 3:29).    

Repentance is needed because humans realize that they are sinners. Sinful people must be saved through repentance, without repentance sinful humans cannot be saved. Thus repentance has a strong connection with the salvation of believers. Salvation in the concept of the Old Testament people was to turn around and live in God's law. If they repent and obey, they will be saved, that is, they will be blessed with physical blessings such as victory over war, successful harvests, and being able to perform worship. On the other hand, if they do not repent of their sins, they will be condemned or cursed by God. This understanding of repentance and salvation has been adopted by adherents of prosperity theology. They say that Christians who have had their sins forgiven through repentance will be saved and live abundantly with physical blessings, success and prosperity. For the New Testament people, the goal of repentance and salvation is to achieve physical blessings like the Old Testament people or adherents of prosperity theology. This research tries to research and find the correct understanding of repentance and salvation which has implications for the responsibility of believers to maintain the holiness of their lives every day because humans are the holy image of God on this earth. The aim of this research is to find the true understanding of repentance and salvation in Christianity which has implications for the responsibility of Christians to live without falling into sin again or to live in the morality of God's holy holiness. The research in this paper uses a qualitative approach with the technique of writing a literature review or literature study. The research results show that the understanding of repentance and salvation to achieve the image of God who is in the image and likeness of God has implications for the responsibility of the congregation to achieve the morality of holiness like God. This research also shows that repentance is the renewal of the mind until it has thoughts and feelings like Christ. This research also found that the notion of repentance and salvation only by God's grace alone on the basis of damage to God's image in humans based on God's absolute sovereignty has no implications for the believer's responsibility to strive to live without sin or without blemish. Repentance is completely a gift where humans cannot exercise their free will to choose so that believers are not required to take a proportional responsibility to change their character based on individual decisions in order to live a holy life. Repentance in Christianity is no longer focused on physical blessings but on the restoration of God's image with the responsibility of the believer's holy life

This study explores the concepts of salvation and forgiveness in Christian theology, with a focus on contemporary implications and challenges in the digital age. Through theological analysis, the concept of salvation is understood as God's gift that changes character, while forgiveness becomes a call to practice love in social interactions. Contemporary challenges, including relevance in the digital age and the impact of controversial content, are driving the adaptation of these values. Believers are expected to be agents of change in building an inclusive and tolerant society. Implications for everyday life include character transformation and the role of believers in overcoming digital conflicts. In conclusion, the concepts of salvation and forgiveness are not only a theological basis, but also a source of inspiration for forming positive behavior in the dynamics of the contemporary world.

In this paper, we try to reflect on one of the important aspects of the Church's faith, namely the essential belief in the Trinity: Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. In particular, we will reflect on the universal Church's faith in the Holy Spirit. Although this article is very limited, we would like to make an important contribution to the relationship between the Holy Spirit in the life of the Trinity and the life of the Church. Therefore, the author tries to analyze the works of Joseph Cardinal Ratzinger (Pope Benedict XVI) on the relationship of the Holy Spirit as the Spirit of the Communion of the Father and the Son and the relationship of the Holy Spirit with the Church. In other words, we will find an unbroken continuity, an inseparable, organic dynamic between the Holy Spirit as the Spirit of the Trinity and the role of the Holy Spirit as the Principle of Communion in the Church.

This article discusses the changes experienced by Sundanese children during puberty and the important role of the gospel spirit companion in guiding them. Sundanese society has unique and interesting characteristics that must be observed in its spiritual growth and understanding of the concept of salvation. Although Sundanese society already has good morals and a high spirit of tolerance, to achieve soul salvation according to the concept of Christian salvation, faith in Jesus Christ is needed. Unfortunately, children are often neglected in evangelism, and the lack of service to them is a problem that must be overcome. Therefore, the "Child Reureuh" activity was held to provide an understanding of the teachings of the Bible and the concept of salvation to Sundanese children. The research method used was qualitative descriptive, and this activity was carried out at Wisma Karang Tumaritis, Parompong, West Bandung. Involving children in evangelism is expected to build a strong foundation of faith from an early age and have a positive impact on their lives. This article aims to explore the role of contextual teams in introducing the love of Jesus Christ to Sundanese children and its impact on their ministry, as well as provide a comprehensive overview of contextual approaches in religious and humanitarian contexts.

The certainty of of being saved is the most important thing that God has given to humans.  However, people often refuse to be led and enter into God’s plan.  As a result of refusing to be led by God, many of God’s people fall away and ultimately turn against God.  Man leaves God and turns to truths outside God considered more correct. Same people think that God is all-loving and forgiving and cannot possibly bear to punish people who believe Him, even though they refuse to be led by God.  How is the salvation of people who refuse to be led by God and even then fall away ? The research in this thesis begins by studying and explaining the meaning of apostasy and the reasons why someone can become apostate.  Continuing with the possibility of whether or not sameone can apostate from God.  To complete it, the author raises several views of theological figures regarding the possibility of apostasy.  The author describes with an exegetical study parts of the Bible verse in the book of Hebrew 5:11 -6:8 which are often used as an cirgue for theological controversy, regarding the possibility of apostasy and loss safety. Conclusions are obtained by comparing, analyzing and provides an interpretation based on the analogy method of faith, the Bible as a basis for measuring truth.  Realizing that humans are obliged to submit themselves to God and obey God’s statements, the author also used methods Neo-Supernatural dialectics. From the results of research exegetically and by proposing premises so the author can conclude that if sameone who has believed in the Lord Jesus Christ then apostatizes, then the certainty of his salvation will be lost.

The focus of this paper is the theme of the Mission of Moses to Free the Israelites from Egyptian Slavery Exodus 6:1-12. The salvation of the Israelites is inseparable from the struggle of Moses who was blessed by God. But with God's word to Moses all problems were resolved with an outstretched hand. The purpose of this paper is to discover the location of God's role for the Israelites who were enslaved by Egypt at that time. The methodology used is the exegesis methodology. There are 6 analyzes used, namely analysis of Story, Structure, Syntax, Semantics, Context, and Theological Reflection. The six analyzes have been done on separate sheets and are summarized in this article. The findings obtained from this writing include: First, God's inclusion in Moses, who struggled with a lack of self-confidence. Second, God's inclusion appeared in Moses when Moses freed the Israelites from Egyptian slavery. Third, God always accompanies those who rely on God in their work. Thus Christians are invited to always rely on God in their life journey.  

As an effort to increase enthusiasm and English learning in non-formal institutions, the Sunday School teachers embrace new methods containing organizing Community Service programs in collaboration with the universities. It is hoped that the method applied will increase children's motivation to join the learning process in a creative and fun way. Several things that are considered priority problems that must be resolved include: (1) Implementing Fun English Activities, (2) Increasing English vocabulary, (3) Pronunciation of English vocabulary and (4) Increasing enthusiasm and motivation for learning English. The solution offered is in the form of creative and fun English learning through games and songs as well as learning media with a Biblical theme. The activities were divided into two groups, first to fourth graders, and the fifth to sixth graders. The first group learned colors in various ways, vocabulary, and pronunciation in English. Meanwhile, the other group learned the Lord’s prayers and important vocabularies related to salvation. Both activities are equipped with interesting learning media. As the implementation, evaluation was conducted in the form of a quiz.

This paper aims to describe the safety of babies in the Perspective of John Calvin and the Implications for Toraja Church members. The diversity of views on the direction of infant safety in the understanding of Church members has encouraged the author to study infant safety in the view of Jhon Calvin because the Toraja Church is a Calvinist sect. There are those who think that a baby who is born and then dies is still safe even though he has not acknowledged God as his savior. It is like a white paper without blemishes. Another understanding says that all babies who are born and then die He is a sinful human because from the womb he has been conceived and begotten in sin, and regarding salvation it is in God's Sovereignty. The research method used in this paper is literature review. The author seeks and collects the writings of John Calvin, especially on death and salvation, then compiles them. According to John Calvin, salvation is a belief based on faith in Christ. In John Calvin's view, the safety of babies is in God's Sovereignty

This article was written with the aim of understanding the relationship between congregational worship and preaching properly. From this we can draw a question about what if there is no sermon in a service? can it still be said to be a worship that is in accordance with what God has commanded? So we can see that the sermon is the essence of worship. Likewise the presence of the congregation is also very important. because the benefit of the sermon is to educate, advise, admonish and teach His congregation to live according to God's Word. Preaching is one way to convey God's message. in the Christian tradition, this message is based on what is written in the Bible. Sermons can also help congregations to understand God's will in their lives. So the sermon has an important role in the growth of the congregation's faith. where what is conveyed is not only a blessing but a rebuke of sin, an introduction to Jesus Christ and the salvation that comes from Jesus Christ. So worship, congregation and preaching have a close relationship.