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Religious character education is an effort to approach education aimed at shaping the attitudes and behaviors of students in accordance with the principles of their faith. This study aims to describe the values of religious character education found in the novel "Assalamualaikum Calon Imam" by Ima Madaniah. The novel presents the story of a Muslim teenager striving to understand and apply Islamic teachings in daily life. This research employs a qualitative approach, specifically a library research method, utilizing data collection techniques through documentary studies and online data searches. The findings indicate that this novel serves not only as entertainment but also as a medium for instilling moral values that can inspire readers to become better individuals. By emphasizing the importance of religious character education from an early age and integrating religious teachings with modern life, the novel provides valuable lessons on how to face life's challenges with steadfast faith and noble character.

This research focuses on a phenomenological study of the gender struggles of seminary candidates. Sexuality and celibacy have been the subject of ongoing debate and research in religious contexts, particularly in Catholicism, where celibacy is an important part of the spiritual life of priests and priesthood candidates. The aim of this research is to determine the perceptions and experiences of prospective pastors in developing their sexual lives. The methodology used in this research is a phenomenological study by interviewing college pastors. From these sources, their experiences in managing sexuality were explored. This research concludes that human and spiritual maturity makes the sexuality of prospective priests healthier. A healthy appreciation of sexuality causes prospective priests to grow in human, spiritual, intellectual, pastoral and communal intelligence.