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This research investigates the meaning contained in the title “Jesus as Messiah” and how this concept is implemented in the daily lives of Christians in Indonesia, a pluralistic society with diverse cultures and religions. Using a theological and social approach, this research eplores Christians’ understanding of the identity of the Messiah and its impact on religious practices and their interactions in a multicultural environment.    

Gerakan Oikumene atau ekumenisme memiliki peranan penting dalam upaya menyatukan berbagai denominasi gereja Kristen, terutama dalam konteks pemahaman Alkitab. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk menganalisis bagaimana konsep Oikumene dipahami dan diimplementasikan berdasarkan ajaran Alkitab, serta dampaknya terhadap kesatuan umat Kristiani. Metode yang digunakan adalah literature review, yang melibatkan pengumpulan dan analisis berbagai sumber literatur terkait Oikumene, ekumenisme, dan pemahaman Alkitab tentang kesatuan gereja. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa Oikumene tidak hanya fokus pada kesatuan doktrin, tetapi juga menekankan nilai-nilai moderasi beragama yang berlandaskan pada kasih dan penghormatan terhadap perbedaan. Dialog ekumenis yang konstruktif dan kerja sama lintas denominasi menjadi kunci dalam mengatasi perpecahan dan memperkuat persatuan gereja. Selain itu, implementasi Oikumene di lingkungan pendidikan tinggi, seperti STAKPN Sentani, terbukti efektif dalam menciptakan harmonisasi dan kebersamaan di antara mahasiswa dari berbagai latar belakang gereja. Kesimpulan dari penelitian ini menegaskan bahwa Oikumene dalam pemahaman Alkitab dapat menjadi sarana efektif untuk mewujudkan kesatuan gereja yang harmonis dan inklusif, sekaligus memberikan kontribusi positif terhadap perdamaian dan keharmonisan masyarakat luas.

This research discusses the central role of the Muslim community in resisting colonial powers in the Indonesian archipelago, focusing on colonization by the Dutch, Spanish, Portuguese, French, British, and Japanese. Islamic teachings, particularly the concepts of jihad, love for the homeland, and resistance to oppression, played a pivotal role in igniting the spirit of resistance. Islamic Sultanates such as Aceh, Demak, and Mataram actively engaged in the struggle, along with the leadership of scholars and the general population. With low literacy rates, the positive transformations during British colonization were limited in their full utilization by the local communities. Although Japan initially attempted to garner support by claiming liberation, it eventually proved to be a harsh colonizer with forced labor programs. This research employs the library research method to explore the dynamics of Muslim resistance against colonizers by utilizing literary sources.

Indonesia is one of the countries that has a lot of diversity and makes this diversity one of the main challenges for society. The presence of PAI is able to help the community in creating a more harmonious life between religious communities and between communities. This study aims to explore PAI strategies in promoting interfaith harmony, given the challenges PAI faces in teaching values of tolerance and respect for differences. The research method employed is a literature review, analyzing previous research findings related to PAI's contribution to social harmony. The findings indicate that PAI can strengthen universal values such as tolerance and respect, play a role in preventing extremism, and promote religious moderation. Identified strategies include the teaching of moderate values, the development of teaching methods that encourage interfaith dialogue and cross-cultural collaboration, and the integration of humanitarian, justice, and peace values into the curriculum. Other strategies emphasize the importance of active participation from various stakeholders in enhancing understanding and appreciation of diversity. By adopting inclusive and dialogical approaches, PAI can effectively serve as an agent of change in building a harmonious and tolerant society amidst religious pluralism.    

The university community has three pillars in carrying out its duties and functions, namely the Tri Dharma of Higher Education. The three pillars are Teaching, Research, and Community Service. In this case, the service carried out is the development of faith for the people at Stasi Santo Thomas Onodohalawa. The development of the faith of the people is an act of love that aims to develop the faith of the people. The faithful of Stasi St. Thomas Onodohalawa are among the people who are willing to follow faith formation for the growth of faith that is useful for arranging a better life as Christians. The openness and enthusiasm of the people is an opportunity for STP Dian Mandala Lecturers to realize their identity as educators on campus and at the same time as solid teachers of the Catholic faith. The methods used for this community service are Liturgical Celebrations, sharing, and catechesis. This is the starting point of the need for faith development of the people at St. Thomas Onodohalawa. Based on these needs, the lecturers work together to divide the team in carrying out the coaching activities. The lecturers also involve students as a form of cadre for prospective young catechists. The preparation of the material was carried out by the team by studying together and exploring various reading sources that support the theme of community development. The purpose of this service is to help the growth of the faith of the people at the station. Thus, they are able to live in society as good and virtuous citizens in accordance with the true teachings of the Catholic faith.

Education is important in human progress. Likewise, Islamic education plays a very important role in determining the quality of life of Muslims. Unfortunately, in this modern era it can be clearly felt that Islamic education is lagging behind modern western education. According to Al-Faruqi an Al-Attas' view, this is evidenced by the existence of an identity crisis, the loss of economic, political and intellectual independence in the Islamic world, the existence of sectarianism that focuses on borders rather than development, and the slow adoption of new technology and modernization (Ramdhani, 2013). There are several factors that cause these things, namely: the influence of western science and philosophy, colonialism, lack of Islamic unity and lack of modernization of the Islamic world. To overcome these problems, several ulama proposed the Islamization of science. This article was created to discuss the concept of Islamization of science using the SLR method. The Islamization of Science aims to integrate Islamic principles and values into the field of science and knowledge which involves a process of rethinking, re-evaluating and reconstructing scientific knowledge to enrich the vision and struggle of Islam (Sahide, 2015). The concept of Islamization of Science was introduced by Ismail Raji Al-Faruqi who defined it as an effort to integrate science into the unity of Muslim life. Which aims to improve the quality of Islamic education, and it is hoped that it can also improve the quality of life of Muslims in this era.    

This research was conducted to observe the life of the church at the Tangkiling Station in the light of the Church as the Mystical Body of Christ. People in the Tagkiling Station are less actively involved in church life. Through this study, it is hoped that the people of Tangkiling station will be able to realize the meaning of themselves as the Church of the Mystical Body of Christ which is realized in the life of church. The method used in this research is qualitative method with data collection technique in the form of literature study, observation, front of interview and documentation. The research steps include conservations with informants, informant profiles, theme determination, reflection, implications, syhthesis, prospects or possibilities that will occur. The results show that the people at Tangkiling Stastion have a good church life and it is in accordance with the Church as the Mystical Body of Christ but they do not understand deeply about the meaning of the Church as the Mystical Body of Christ because it has never been given a prior understanding. The inhibiting factors for civic engagement are the lack of people understanding about the meaning of the Church as the Mystical Body of Christ, occupation, transportation and distance and dissent. So the pastoral step that is expected to be able to answer the problem is by conducting continuous catechesis, active involment of pastoral partners anda approaches through visits.

Homa Fire ritual is a spiritual practice that has developed in the Buddhist tradition for thousands of years and has become an important part of Buddhist religious life in Indonesia. This study analyzes the influence of the Homa Fire ritual on the spiritual, psychological, and social well-being of Buddhists at Vihara Vajra Bumi Satya Dharma Wiriya, Dusun Lamuk, Desa Kalimanggis, Kecamatan Kaloran, Kabupaten Temanggung. Using a qualitative phenomenological approach, this research explores participants’ experiences and perceptions of the ritual. Data were collected through in-depth interviews with ten regular participants and participatory observation during ritual practices, and analyzed using thematic analysis. The findings show that the Homa Fire ritual significantly affects three dimensions of well-being. Spiritually, participants experience greater inner peace, stronger connection to Buddhist teachings, and deeper understanding of Dharma. Psychologically, the ritual helps reduce stress, improve emotional regulation, and foster a more positive mental attitude. Socially, it strengthens community bonds, togetherness, and solidarity. Overall, the Homa Fire ritual functions as a holistic spiritual practice contributing to psychospiritual and social well-being in contemporary Indonesian society.

This research aims to uncover the symbolic meaning of stupas placed in front of houses of Buddhist communities affiliated with Vihara Mahanama in Semanding Village, Central Java. Stupas as architectural and symbolic elements hold important positions in religious practice and cultural identity of local Buddhist communities. This study employs a qualitative approach using case study methods with ethnographic perspectives. Data collection techniques include field observations, in-depth interviews with Buddhist communities and vihara leaders, and visual documentation. Data were analyzed descriptively-interpretively using symbolic anthropology frameworks and semiotic architecture theory to reveal symbolic meanings contained in the form, placement, and social function of stupas in daily life. The results show that stupas are not merely religious ornaments, but represent multiple layers of meaning: spiritual values, cosmic symbolism, protection, and markers of Buddhist cultural identity in predominantly non-Buddhist environments. Stupa symbolism also reflects processes of cultural adaptation and spirituality rooted in the social dynamics of the Semanding Village community. This research contributes to understanding the integration of Buddhist symbols in contemporary Indonesian society and their role in maintaining religious identity in multicultural contexts, while also providing insights into the domestication of sacred symbols in everyday spaces.

This study discusses the social role of the ummah in building solidarity based on the interpretation of Surah At-Tawbah verse 71. The study method used is to use literature review. This study outlines the concept of solidarity in Islam and how Muslims can play an important role in strengthening solidarity in society. By analyzing the interpretation of verse 71 of Surah At-Tawbah, this article highlights the importance of cooperation, help, and social care in creating strong solidarity among Muslims.

This study discusses the social role of the ummah in building solidarity based on the interpretation of Surah At-Tawbah verse 71. The study method used is to use literature review. This study outlines the concept of solidarity in Islam and how Muslims can play an important role in strengthening solidarity in society. By analyzing the interpretation of verse 71 of Surah At-Tawbah, this article highlights the importance of cooperation, help, and social care in creating strong solidarity among Muslims.

In the digital era, social media has become an important platform for communication and interaction, including in terms of religion. Young Catholics play an important role in religious moderation through social media. This study explores this role, focusing on the results and discussions, observations, social media content and challenges faced. Young Catholics actively use social media to interact about religion, share information, and promote moderation, young Catholics face challenges such as hate speech, misinformation and Cyberbullying, the Catholic Church can play an important role in supporting the role of young Catholics in religious moderation through social media. This type of research uses a Qualitative method by collecting and analyzing data obtained from various sources such as articles, books and Church documents. In this study, researchers rely on various literature and do not interact directly with research subjects. And also by analyzing the content posted by young Catholics on social media to identify themes, trends, and patterns related to religious moderation, analyzing online interactions between young Catholics from different religions and cultures to understand how they navigate differences and promote interfaith dialogue, analyzing how mainstream media and social media platforms cover the role of young Catholics in religious moderation. The findings of this researcher show that the role of young Catholics has the potential to play an important role in religious moderation through social media. However, they also face challenges in using social media effectively for this purpose, namely: Hate speech and Negative Content, Misinformation and Propaganda, Cyberbullying and Online Harassment, Lack of Digital Literacy, Lack of support and guidance.

This research analyzes the role of priests in social dialogue related to the implementation of the Public Housing Savings Program (TAPERA) in Riam Batang Parish and its impact on the lives of the people. TAPERA, as an Indonesian government initiative, aims to facilitate livable house ownership for low-income people through savings and financing schemes. In Riam Batang Parish, priests not only function as spiritual leaders, but also as facilitators of social dialogue and agents of change. This research uses a qualitative approach with case studies, collecting data through in-depth interviews with priests and congregation. The research results show that imams play a key role in increasing people's awareness and understanding of TAPERA, as well as helping overcome bureaucratic and economic obstacles. The Imam plays an active role in providing education and outreach regarding this program, helping the congregation access its benefits, and being a mediator between the congregation and government agencies. However, several challenges such as lack of understanding of the people, complicated administrative processes, and economic limitations are still significant obstacles. This research highlights the importance of effective social dialogue built by priests in supporting the implementation of TAPERA, as well as the need for collaboration between the church, government and local communities to overcome these challenges. Thus, the role of the priest in a social and economic context becomes essential in improving the welfare of the people and achieving the goals of a more inclusive and sustainable public housing program.

This research aims to determine the influence of pastoral care on the involvement of people in diaconal duties. The research method used is a qualitative method through in-depth interviews with several sources involved in diakonia tasks. The research results show that pastoral care has a significant role in increasing people's awareness of the call to serve, providing the skills and knowledge needed to carry out diaconal duties effectively. Pastoral care acts as the main bridge in carrying out Christ's mission to gather those who need service. Through pastoral care, people feel restored in their faith, receive spiritual and practical support, and become involved in church services. Although this goal is sometimes difficult to achieve, pastoral care can increase people's involvement in diaconal duties with direct impacts in the form of growth in faith, new awareness, personality development, and optimism in living life. However, the influence of pastoral care on community involvement is not yet visible, because there are other influencing factors. Suggestions from this research are the need to further increase people's understanding of pastoral care, strengthen personal relationships between pastors and people, and develop spiritual education programs to understand the importance of diakonia and encourage active involvement in church services.

Keberagaman kepercayaan, agama, atau keyakinan yang ada di Indonesia merupakan salah satu keragaman yang juga menuai banyak perbedaan di dalamnya. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk melakukan analisis secara komprehensif terkait pengaturan dan keabsahan perkawinan beda agama oleh warga negara Indonesia yang dilakukan di luar negeri. Metode yang digunakan dalam penelitian ini adalah metode kualitatif deskriptif. Hasil penelitian menyatakan bahwa Pasal 2 ayat (1) Undang-Undang Republik Indonesia Nomor 1 Tahun 1974 menyatakan bahwa suatu perkawinan adalah sah apabila dilakukan menurut hukum agama dan kepercayaan masing-masing. Namun, untuk menghindari ketentuan tersebut, beberapa pasangan beda agama memilih untuk menikah di luar negeri melalui pencurian hukum agar pernikahan mereka diakui secara hukum. Pernikahan harus dilakukan sesuai dengan hukum agama masing-masing, tidak ada pernikahan di bawah tangan yang diperbolehkan. Hukum juga menjelaskan bahwa tidak ada pernikahan di luar hukum agama dan kepercayaan masing-masing. Oleh karena itu, umat Islam, Kristen, Hindu, atau Buddha tidak boleh melanggar hukum agama mereka sendiri dalam melangsungkan pernikahan. Namun, perkawinan campuran yang disebabkan oleh perbedaan kewarganegaraan dapat dilakukan sesuai dengan Pasal 57 UU No. 1 Tahun 1974, asalkan bukan karena perbedaan agama atau kepercayaan. Jika ada pasangan yang berbeda agama dan ingin menikah, mereka dapat melakukannya di luar negeri. Pernikahan beda agama yang dilakukan di luar negeri termasuk dalam ranah Hukum Perdata Internasional.

Dalam meningkatkan kesejahteraan umat sangat diperlukan atau urgensi dalam pengelolaan zakat profesi yang sesuai dengan aturan syariah, jika aturan syariah ini mampu di implementasikan dengan baik maka insyallah masyarakat akan sejahtera Fokus penelitian ini adalah: 1) Bagaimana implementasi aturan syariah terhadap pengelolaan zakat profesi di NU Care LAZISNU Provinsi Bali? 2) Apa saja kendala yang di hadapi dalam pengelolaan zakat profesi di NU Care LAZISNU Provinsi Bali?Metode penelitian ini adalah penelitian kualitatif, pengumpulan data dilakukan dengan teknik Observasi, Wawancara dan Dokumentasi. Analisa data dilakukan dengan menggunakan analisis deskriptif kualitatif. Teknik keabsahan data melalui metode Triangulasi, Teknik analisis data yang digunakan yaitu: pengumpulan data, reduksi data, penyajian data, dan penarikan kesimpulan.Hasil penelitian ini adalah 1). Implementasi aturan syariah terhadap pengelolaan zakat profesi sudah sesuai dengan aturan syariah yang bersumeber dari Alquran surah Albaqarah Ayat 267,fatwa DSN MUI Nomor 3 Tahun 2003 dan Undan-Undang RI Nomor 23 Tahun 2011 dan pengimplementasiannya tertuang dalam S.O.P. pengelolaan zakat profesi di NU Care LAZISNU Provinsi Bali. 2). Kendala yang dialami dalam pengelolaan zakat profesi meliputi kendala internal dan kendala eksternal. Kendala internal kurangnya pemahaman petugas amil tentang pengelolaan zakat profesi dan kurangnya tenaga kolektor. Kendala eksternal adanya kompetitor LAZ (Lembaga Amil Zakat) lain.

Etymologically, the Greek Church “Ekklesia” means “ called out”. The Churh is often also defined as “a community of believers” (Andreas, 2010, p. 21). The Church is living community of everyone. The Church is a community formed by Christ, intended to illuminate the word to become His salt. The Church is also a collection of believers who believe in Christ as the head of the Church. The pastor in a Church is the hope or foundation for all members of the congregation, with a great influence on the dynamics and success of the congregation. The Church must have a friendly attitude and embrace all individuals. Judging from its journey, the Church is similar to the attitude of Jesus who welcomed everyone regardless of their status or background. It is necessary to build a community that makes a pilgrimage together to achieve the common goal of building a communion Church, the Church is the people of God, the Church needs to embrace all in brotherhood. Thus the Church is a communion (Communio). Communion in scripture is something very special and broad in the view of Christians. Fellowship is the basis of life from God, the faith of every Christian teaches the infinite unity of God. This view is on a biblical basis, in the Old and New Testaments. The from of the Church of God’s people is the fruit of reflection on salvation history. This reflecation is the fellowship of the Old Testament people.

This writing focuses on catechesis services, which are an integral part of ecclesiastical life for Christian believers. It is important for deepening the understanding of faith truths and their implementation in daily life within the social community. In this context, it aims to explore the relationship between theological understanding and practice in catechesis services for religious communities within the Christian context. Through a reflective theological approach, the author discusses how catechesis services can serve as a means to strengthen the foundation of believers' faith, integrate the teachings of Jesus Christ with the concrete experiences of Christian believers, and facilitate spiritual growth. The everyday reality is that in the struggle of life as a Christian, many still do not know Jesus Christ, as seen in our tendency to harbor mutual hatred towards one another. The methodology employed in this academic work includes literature review and practical findings from participating in a community service program at SMAK Bakti Luhur. The findings suggest that as followers of Jesus Christ, we must always acknowledge Him as the Savior of humanity, the only begotten Son of God the Father, and we, as believers, represent His presence in the world    

This writing focuses on catechesis services, which are an integral part of ecclesiastical life for Christian believers. It is important for deepening the understanding of faith truths and their implementation in daily life within the social community. In this context, it aims to explore the relationship between theological understanding and practice in catechesis services for religious communities within the Christian context. Through a reflective theological approach, the author discusses how catechesis services can serve as a means to strengthen the foundation of believers' faith, integrate the teachings of Jesus Christ with the concrete experiences of Christian believers, and facilitate spiritual growth. The everyday reality is that in the struggle of life as a Christian, many still do not know Jesus Christ, as seen in our tendency to harbor mutual hatred towards one another. The methodology employed in this academic work includes literature review and practical findings from participating in a community service program at SMAK Bakti Luhur. The findings suggest that as followers of Jesus Christ, we must always acknowledge Him as the Savior of humanity, the only begotten Son of God the Father, and we, as believers, represent His presence in the world    

This pupose is structured to describe Mohammad Natsir with his movements in educating people through their conceptions and practice directly in the world of da'wah and politics in the field. This research presents the struggle of Natsir in guiding the people with da'wah, then unifying all the potential of the people in the frame of ukhuwah, as well as efforts to keep da'wah with siyasah as a form of struggle for the creation of an ideal religious, national and state life. This research is carried out through a qualitative approach formed by the study of figures through relevant literature and presented in the form of historical chronological descriptions with a sequence starting from biographies, educational concepts, propaganda movements, efforts of people's unity, and practical political movements of Mohammad Natsir aimed at providing education to the people.    Keywords: People Education, Dakwah, Siyasah, Ukhuwah