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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.

The research aims to determine the positive and significant relationship between the attention of Christian parents and the motivation to learn Christian Religious Education and Character in Class The research hypothesis is that there is a positive and significant relationship between the attention of Christian parents and the motivation to learn Christian Religious Education and Character in Class Descriptive and inferential quantitative research methods. The population of all class X students at SMK Negeri 1 Raya Simalungun Regency for the 2023/2024 academic year who are Protestant Christians is 159 people. The sample using the cluster random sampling technique is 25% of the total population, namely 25% x 159 people = 40 people. The research instrument is a closed questionnaire. The results of data analysis obtained: 1) Basic assumption test, namely: a) Normality test showed that the data for variable X and variable Y were normally distributed, b) Homoscedity test showed that the data for variable 2) The positive relationship test obtained a value of rcount=0.241<rtable=0.312, thus there is not enough evidence to say that there is a positive relationship between the attention of Christian parents and students' motivation to learn Christian Religious Education and Character. 3) Testing the hypothesis obtained tcount=1.531<ttable=2.021, so H0 is accepted and Ha is rejected. The research concluded that there is not enough evidence to say that the attention of Christian parents has a positive relationship with the learning motivation for Christian Religious Education and Characteristics of class X students at SMK Negeri 1 Raya for the 2023/2024 academic year.  

Christian teenagers represent a young generation with great potential and hope as the successors of the church. In the rapidly evolving digital era, Christian teenagers often do not use social media wisely. Many of them use social media as a platform to express hatred, insults, and spread false news. This research aims to formulate effective strategies that can help Christian teenagers strengthen their faith in God through social media. The research method used is qualitative, by collecting various references from journal articles, books, and other internet sources. Christian teenagers have the opportunity to listen to God's word through live broadcasts or videos on platforms such as TikTok, Instagram, Facebook, and other applications. Additionally, they can build positive online communities and be good role models in the virtual world. Thus, Christian teenagers can strengthen their relationship with God through the proper use of social media.  

Pancasila is the ideology of the Indonesian nation which functions as a foundation for acting, having a perspective and living in the Indonesian nation and state. The Pancasila principles contain important values ​​that must become the foundation and formation of national character; This is in accordance with the ideals of education in Indonesia, namely forming Pancasila Indonesian people. Pancasila values ​​should also be taught in every learning activity, including when teaching Christian Religious Education to students. The aim of this scientific work is to discuss the implementation of Pancasila values ​​in Christian Religious Education. This research uses a library study paradigm, where data collection efforts use various scientific literature. The data was analyzed descriptively to reveal the results that as Christians, every student must realize that as Indonesian citizens who are synonymous with diversity, they must live in unity and harmony based on the values ​​of Pancasila. Christians must see the harmony between Indonesian citizens that has existed for so long as a gift from God that must be maintained and preserved. The spirit of behaving in accordance with the values ​​of Pancasila is in harmony with the values ​​in Christian Religious Education learning, namely encouraging students in schools to be open and willing to appreciate the diversity of existing religions, respect human values, work together to maintain unity, respect the government and representatives, and apply fair wherever you are. Living the values ​​of Pancasila through teaching Christian Religious Education helps students experience character strengthening to behave positively as part of peace-loving Indonesian society.

Local culture, including the practice of weaving Buna motifs, is a cultural heritage that needs to be preserved in the era of globalization which, if not maintained, could hinder the development of traditional practices. This research aims to determine the importance of combining management principles and Christian values ​​in maintaining the practice of weaving Buna motifs. This research used a qualitative approach involving the principal, teachers and students of Nunkolo State High School as participants. Data collection was carried out through unstructured interviews, observation and analysis of related documents. The research discussion was analyzed descriptively which showed the results that the school principal plays a very important role in the world of education with his leadership in developing educational programs that support the preservation of local culture, as well as exploring how the Christian values ​​adhered to by the school can provide a moral and ethical foundation in preserving cultural heritage. The school principal's management seeks to strengthen Christian values ​​through the practical activity of weaving Buna motifs as a means of forming cooperation between students and craftsmen which has an impact on student behavior which increasingly respects traditions that have been maintained for a long time.

The purpose of this article is to understand the context and role of Christian leadership today. Examining the failure of the judges sent by God to the nation of Israel can be a new guide for exploring in depth the important role of the presence of a leader among the faithful. The research method used is a qualitative research method with a literature review approach which can support the research above. In this case, it is hoped that the research results will provide insight into how a Christian leads. Part of the scope of this study is how to understand biblical content that can provide a literal and even allegorical interpretation of leadership ethics.

Church teaches all baptized Christians to take part in carrying out her duties as priest, prophet and king. A faith formation counselor by the power of the Holy Spirit is called to proclaim the good news to children. The good news is Christ himself. The coach must be able to encourage, motivate children and create an atmosphere where children are moved to grow and develop in living out their faith. The purpThe ose of this research is to find out the creativity of a coach, especially to make the process of faith formation activities interesting by using digital media. Because by using digital media children are more interested, excited and easier to understand the teaching of faith.

Depresi adalah kondisi kesehatan mental yang serius dan sering terjadi yang dapat menyebabkan penurunan kualitas hidup dan berbagai komplikasi kesehatan. Apolipoprotein A dan B diketahui memiliki hubungan dengan depresi, sehingga dalam upaya pencegahan dan pengelolaan depresi pada lansia, perlu dilakukan skrining apolipoprotein A dan B. Maka dari itu kegiatan pengabdian masyarakat ini dilaksanakan dengan menggunakan metode PDCA (Plan, Do, Check, Act) untuk memastikan keberlangsungan kegiatan ini dan meningkatkan kualitas kegiatan dengan evaluasi berkelanjutan. Kegiatan ini dilaksanakan dengan edukasi kesehatan mengenai pentingnya nutrisi dan aktivitas fisik, serta dukungan sosial. Hasil menunjukkan bahwa pada lansia, didapatkan kadar apolipoprotein A rata-rata adalah 155.59 mg/dL dan apolipoprotein B rata-rata adalah 93.2 mg/dL. Sebanyak 59.1% lansia tidak mengalami depresi, sementara 20.4% mengalami depresi ringan, 9.7% depresi sedang, dan 10.8% depresi berat. Deteksi dini merupakan hal yang penting sehingga individu dapat mencari yang tepat dapat membantu mengelola kadar apolipoprotein, mengurangi risiko depresi, dan pada akhirnya meningkatkan kualitas hidup lansia.

The research aims to determine the positive and significant influence of the team quiz type active learning strategy on the active learning of Christian Religious Education and Character Education of class The research hypothesis is that there is a positive and significant influence of the team quiz type active learning strategy on the active learning of Christian Religious Education and Characteristics of class Descriptive and inferential quantitative research methods. The population of all class X students at SMK Negeri 1 Raya Simalungun Regency for the 2023/2024 academic year who are Protestant Christians is 159 people. The sample was random (random sampling), namely 40% of the total population minus 30 questionnaire test respondents, namely 40% x 129 people = 52 people. The research instrument is a closed questionnaire. The results of data analysis obtained: a) The value rcount=0.555>rtabel=0.297 and tcount=4.718>ttable=2.000 shows that there is a positive and significant relationship between the team quiz type active learning strategy and students' active learning in Christian Religious Education and Character. b) Regression equation. c) The determination test shows that the magnitude of the effect is 30.80%. d) Hypothesis testing obtained Fcount=22.284>Ftable=3.15 then H0 is rejected and Ha is accepted. The research concluded that there was a positive and significant influence between the active learning strategy of the team quiz type on the active learning of Christian Religious Education and Characteristics of class

The aim of this research is to determine the relationship between Christian Religious Education Teachers Teaching Creativity and Character and the Learning Activeness of Class XI Students at HKBP 2 Tarutung Private High School for the 2023/2024 Academic Year. The method used in this research is a descriptive quantitative research method. The population was all class Data was collected using a positive closed questionnaire with 43 items, namely 30 items for variable X and 13 items for variable Y. The results of data analysis showed that: 1) A positive relationship test obtained a value rxy = 0,470 > rtable(=0,05,n=42) = 0,304 thus it is known that there is a positive relationship between variable X and variable Y. 2) A significant relationship test was obtained nilai tcount= 3,371 > ttable(=0,05,dk=n-2=40)=2,021 Thus there is a significant relationship between variable X and variable Y. So it is known that there is a positive and significant relationship between the Teaching Creativity of Christian Religious Education Teachers and Character and the Learning Activeness of Class XI Students of HKBP 2 Tarutung Private High School for the 2013/2024 Academic Year: Thus Ha is accepted and H0¬ is rejected.

Pluralism refers to the attitude that although every religion has a different style, method or path, it leads to the same goal, namely God, so one of the goals of Pluralism is to build tolerance. This research is intended to provide an understanding that in our existence as a pluralist society we must respect and respect each other in order to create religious harmony and moderation. Diversity is certainly beautiful, but it is not impossible that in diversity there will be conflicts based on differences, so the understanding of pluralism emerges to make the nation aware that even though we are different in ideology, belief and culture, we are still both human and equally one nation, so that among we create a feeling of mutual appreciation and mutual respect, not tearing each other down. The author uses a descriptive qualitative research method with a literature study approach to see how Christianity is amidst Plurality. The Bible teaches that Christians must abstain from fleshly desires, and as servants of God must have a way of life that is good and right before God. The Christian attitude towards pluralism should emulate Jesus' attitude towards pluralism, namely respecting every difference by building mission and dialogue according to the context faced. Christians must be inclusive and open to diversity but remain strong and firm in their own faith.

Cognitive impairment is a neuropsychological condition characterized by a decline in cognitive functions that interferes with daily activities. Cognitive impairment in elderly can lead to the decrease in quality of life. One of the factors causing cognitive impairment is high triglyceride level. Therefore, this community service activity is carried out to increase awareness and knowledge about hypertriglyceridemia and cognitive disorders through education and health screening. The activity method with PDCA is implemented to ensure a systematic and effective approach. Preventive efforts are needed through education on healthy eating pattern, physical activity, and routine screening to control triglyceride levels and prevent cognitive impairment in the elderly.

Technology-enhanced interactive learning in Christian religious education holds great potential for enhancing students' learning motivation and understanding of Christian values. This article discusses the crucial role of Christian Religious Education (CRE) teachers in designing and implementing this approach, as well as the challenges encountered in the process. Interactive learning leverages tools and platforms such as Classpoint, Slido, and other applications to create a dynamic and contemporary learning environment. Teachers are tasked with selecting and adapting Christian religious content that meets students' needs while utilizing interactive features to enhance student engagement. Challenges including limited technology access, inadequate technological skills, and resistance to change are also addressed within the context of technology integration in religious education. By combining technological innovation with appropriate pedagogical approaches, teachers can maximize the potential of interactive learning to create meaningful and effective learning experiences that deepen students' understanding and application of Christian values in everyday life.    

The aim of this research is to determine the positive and significant influence of the Social Competence of Christian Religious Education Teachers on Student Learning Motivation in class XI of SMK Negeri 1 Raya. The method used is a descriptive quantitative research method, with a population of 237 students and a sample taken of 25% so that the sample for this research is 59 students using Random Sampling techniques. The instrument used in this research used a closed questionnaire of 33 questions, of which 20 questionnaire items were for variable X and 20 items were for variable Y which had been tested on 33 students outside the research sample. The results of the research show that there is a positive and significant influence between the Social Competence of Christian Religious Education Teachers on Student Learning Motivation in class XI of SMK Negeri 1 Raya. 1) Test the relationship between rcount > rtable, namely 0.574>0.226; 2) Significant test tcount>ttable, namely 5.292>2.021; 3) Determination test, namely 32.94%; 4) The regression equation is obtained from Y ̂= 14.91+0.69X ; 5) Test the hypothesis using the F test to obtain Fcount > Ftable = (α= 0.05, dk numerator k = 19, dk denominator = n-2 = 59-2 = 57) namely 27.87> 1.40. Thus Ha, namely that there is a positive and significant influence between the Social Competence of Christian Religious Education Teachers on Student Learning Motivation in class XI of SMK Negeri 1 Raya is accepted and H0 is rejected.

The aim of this research is to find out whether there is a significant influence of the Talking Stick learning model and the learning motivation of class VIII students at SMP N 4 Tarutung for the 2023/2024 academic year. The method used in this research is a quantitative method with a pre-experimental designs research type in the form of a one-group pretest-posttest design. The population was all Protestant Christian students in class VIII of SMP Negeri 4 Tarutung consisting of 4 classes totaling 121 students and a sample of 31 people was determined using purposive sampling. Data was collected using a closed questionnaire with 30 items. The results of data analysis show that there is a positive and significant influence on the Talking Stick learning model on the learning motivation of Christian Religious Education students and character in class VIII SMP Negeri 4 Tarutung for the 2023/2024 academic year as evidenced by the significant test obtained by the value tcount > ttable (α=0 .05; dk=n-1=30) which is 7.197 > 2.042, thus there is a significant influence between variable X and variable Y. Thus H0 is rejected and Ha is that there is a positive and significant influence on the Talking Stick learning model on learning motivation students of Christian Religious Education and character education in class VIII of SMP Negeri 4 Tarutung for the 2023/2024 academic year were accepted.

  A Christian leader is someone whom God has called as a leader. Christian leaders should be people who are called by God and have qualifications that continue to grow in personality and Christ-like character. Christian leadership is a form of leadership that is based on Christian values and teachings, such as love, humility, service, integrity, and justice. In this context, Christian leadership not only aims to achieve organizational or community goals, but also to bring positive impact in the lives of individuals and society through a compassionate and ethical approach. The success of a leadership is due to the cooperation between the leading and the led generations. As a leader, one must know which principles to follow and uphold them in their leadership. A Christian leader should embrace the leadership principles of the successful leaders recorded in the Bible. Here are the principles of Christian leadership today. Secular comes from the Latin word saeculum, which means space and time. Space refers to the worldly sense, while time refers to the present age. Secular life principles are views or values that are not associated with a particular religion or religious belief. These principles often include concepts such as freedom of thought, tolerance, equality and the separation of religion from public affairs. Secular life emphasizes the importance of rationality, science, and individual freedom of decision without religious interference. Secularism is broadly speaking an ideology that states that a state institution or body should stand apart from religion or belief. Secularism also refers to the notion that human activities and determinations, especially political ones, should be based on what is considered to be concrete evidence and facts, and not on religious influences. In political terms, secularism is the movement towards the separation of religion and government, one example being the replacement of religious law with civil law. This is said to promote democracy by protecting the rights of religious minorities.  

The aim of this research is to determine interest in reading and writing in young children through reading the Holy Bible. This research uses a library research method (Library Research) which aims to determine the influence of reading the Holy Bible in early childhood on interest in reading. The important role of parents in forming the foundation of spiritual knowledge. The family is a place where children experience mental, physical, emotional and social growth. A Christian family is a family that makes Christ the foundation and strong foundation of its family.

This research compares the social, economic and governmental conditions of Indonesia and Iran. Socially, Indonesia and Iran face challenges in maintaining social harmony amidst diversity. Economically, Indonesia is bigger and more advanced than Iran, but both countries experience economic disparities and infrastructure problems. International sanctions are impacting Iran's economy while Indonesia continues to strive to become more competitive in the global market. From a political perspective, Indonesia is a representative democracy, while Iran is an Islamic republic whose highest power is held by a spiritual leader. However, corruption and demands for political reform remain challenges in both countries. Despite significant differences, both countries have similar challenges in terms of maintaining stability, overcoming inequality and improving governance. This study provides valuable insight into social, economic and political trends in Indonesia and Iran that can be used to develop more effective policies to improve people's welfare and strengthen government systems.

This article examines Paul's perspective on slavery in early Christianity with a focus on the concept of spiritual equality and views on spiritual freedom. Although Paul did not explicitly call for the physical liberation of slaves, the concept of spiritual equality in Christ became a moral basis that highlighted the dignity of every individual regardless of social status. Paul's view of spiritual freedom was interpreted as a potential encouragement to support physical and social liberation, although it did not propose direct changes in law or policy. This research also details possible responses of early Christian communities to this concept in practical contexts, including efforts to support human rights and create an ethical environment that respects the values ​​of freedom and human dignity.  

Social media is used freely and without control causing quite a number of people in the era of disruption to engage in various actions that are not in accordance with religious norms and values. Therefore serious treatment is needed, one of which is Christian ethics education. The purpose of this study is to find out the phenomenon of social media use in the era of disruption and the importance of Christian ethics education. The research method used was literature review and analyzed using a descriptive approach. The results of the study explain that in facing the progress of the times, every Christian needs to understand the phenomenon of the use of social media in the era of disruption by most people, including: Spending a lot of time playing social media, social media as one of the perpetrators of crime, social media is one of the factors growing anti-social behavior. Apart from that, to prepare Christians to have a life that pleases God, it is necessary to take various approaches, including by implementing Christian ethics education in their daily lives, which aims to: Prepare Christians to face challenges of faith in the era of disruption, make them aware of the importance of social values, anticipate in the misuse of social media technology, as a means of instilling Biblical values, motivating to always be a blessing through social media in an era of disruption.