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This article examines the impact of dehumanization in the era of Artificial Intelligence (AI) on the formation of the personality of future priests in light of the teachings of Pastores Dabo Vobis, particular number 43-44, as well as from Philosophical and theological perspectives. The development of AI brings significant changes in the way human think, relate, and build their self-identity. On the one hand, AI offers great opportunities to support intellectual formation through access to information, pastoral simulations, and digital learning. However, on the other hand, the dominance of technology has the potential to cause dehumanization, namely a reduction in the quality of interpersonal relationships, the depth of reflection and sensitivity. This study employs a literature review method, examining relevant theological, philosophical, and scientific literature. The findings indicate that excessive reliance on AI can disrupt the development of the human dimension in seminarians, particularly regarding affective maturity, relational competence, and the integrity of personal identity. From a philosophical perspective, humans are understood as free, rational, and relational beings; thus, reducing humans to mere components of an algorithmic system contradicts their very nature. Meanwhile, theology affirms human dignity as the Imago Dei, which cannot be replaced by technology. Therefore, a critical and prudent formation approach is required, one that positions AI as an aid, not a substitute for human relationships.

The growing coffee production rate in Indonesia reflects an increasing public interest in coffee consumption. Fore Coffee, a local coffee shop, has taken advantage of this trend since 2018. However, strong competition from other coffee shops has placed Fore Coffee in third place in the Top Brand Award rankings for the past two years, indicating the need for more effective marketing strategies to boost purchase intention among potential consumers. This study aims to analyze the role of brand awareness in mediating the effect of social media marketing on purchase intention among prospective consumers of Fore Coffee in Denpasar City. The research was conducted with a sample of 120 respondents, using surveys with offline and online questionnaires. The sample was selected through a non-probability purposive sampling method. The data analysis was performed using path analysis and the Sobel test with SPSS version 25. The study’s results indicate that all hypotheses are supported. Social media marketing positively and significantly affects purchase intention, suggesting that effective social media strategies can directly influence consumers' willingness to purchase. Additionally, social media marketing positively impacts brand awareness, meaning that well-executed social media campaigns help consumers become more familiar with the brand. Furthermore, brand awareness has a significant positive effect on purchase intention, implying that increased awareness of Fore Coffee enhances the likelihood of purchase. The study also found that brand awareness partially mediates the relationship between social media marketing and purchase intention, indicating that social media marketing's impact on purchase intention is stronger when combined with high brand awareness. These findings emphasize the importance of integrating social media marketing with brand awareness strategies to improve consumer purchase intention.

Christian religious education has a long history rooted in the teachings of Christ. In its development, this education does not only focus on theological doctrine, but also includes social and cultural norms that are relevant to the times. This article discusses the transformation of Christian religious education from traditional dogmatic methods to a more inclusive, interactive, and contextual approach along with the influence of globalization and technological advances. Significant changes have occurred in the curriculum which now integrates contemporary topics such as ethics and interfaith dialogue. More participatory teaching methods and the use of digital media are also described as responses to modern challenges such as secularism and individualism. This article also highlights the important role of Christian religious education institutions, such as churches, Christian schools, seminaries, and the media, in maintaining the relevance of Christian teachings. Amid global challenges, innovation in Christian religious education is considered crucial to remain relevant and effective in shaping the faith and character of Christians in the future.

Brand ambassador, as a direct representation of the brand, and brand awareness, the level of consumer awareness of the brand, were identified as potential factors influencing consumer purchasing decisions. The concept of brand image, which reflects the overall image of a brand in consumers' minds, is thought to moderate the relationship between brand ambassadorship, brand awareness, and purchasing decisions. The research method uses a quantitative approach by collecting data through surveys with a sample of consumers who have been exposed to brand ambassador activities and information about the brand. The research results show that brand ambassadors and brand awareness have a positive and significant effect on purchasing decisions; and the interaction of brand ambassadors with brand image on purchasing decisions shows that brand image moderates the influence of brand ambassadors on purchasing decisions; and the interaction of brand awareness with brand image on purchasing decisions shows that brand image moderates the influence of brand awareness on purchasing decisions. This research provides practical implications for brand management in designing more effective marketing strategies.

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.  

Technological developments in payment systems that are being encouraged by the government lately involve the emergence of payment instruments known as electronic money (e-money) and virtual money (virtual money). QRIS is a QR code standard for digital payments through server-based electronic money applications, electronic wallets, or mobile banking. This study aims to determine the effect of convenience, trust on usage decisions. The sample in this study used respondents who live in Bangli and are Generation Y and Generation Z who are 17 years and over as many as 84 consumers. The data analysis technique uses Validity Test, Reliability Test, Classical Assumption Test, Multiple Linear Regression Analysis, Determination Coefficient Test, F Test and T Test. From the research results obtained, the results of convenience have a positive and significant effect on the decision to use, trust has a positive and significant effect on the decision to use and convenience and trust have a positive and significant effect on the decision to use. Suggestions that can be given by researchers are that it is hoped that the QRIS manager will periodically make updates to QRIS, the QRIS manager provides complete information on social media or the official QRIS website so that later all the information needed by QRIS users is available and continues to add places that provide QRIS payment methods.

Humans are creatures created specially by Allah, Allah created humans to be the same as Himself. This means that humans were created to live according to God's will. Humans try to find God in various ways and efforts but it is completely difficult to find the truth. So that makes people tend to think wrongly. Theology itself not only shows interesting facts related to the Christian Scriptures, but in the theological context, long debates often occur regarding certain topics within the scope of theology. Philosophy tends to use reason (logic) as a basis for carrying out arguments. Philosophy brings people to be able to think logically, straight and precisely. This is the case with the history of philosophy, so that seminarians, while studying the basic principles of various systems, can maintain elements that are proven to be true and find the roots of errors and refute them. Human life is a complex reality because in life, humans have no other choice but to always do something to maintain their existence. Before acting, each individual must decide, given certain risks, what to do.        

Customer satisfaction is one of the factors or measures of success for any development in a business. The purpose of the study was to analyze the effect of service quality, corporate image and price perception on customer satisfaction at PT. Major Success Blessing. The population in this study are registered clients from 2021, which are 56 clients. The sampling method used in this research is saturated sample. Methods of data collection using a questionnaire. The data analysis technique used multiple linear regression analysis. The results of research on service quality, corporate image and price perception simultaneously have a significant effect on customer satisfaction at PT. Major Success Blessing. Service quality has a positive and significant effect on customer satisfaction of PT. Major Success Blessing. Company image has a positive and significant effect on customer satisfaction of PT. Major Success Blessing. Price perception has a positive and significant effect on customer satisfaction of PT. Major Success Blessing.

Pembinaan calon imam merupakan bagian penting untuk menyiapkan tenaga pastoral yang mampu memimpin sebuah paroki. Lima aspek pembinaan: kepribadian, intelektual, komunitas, pastoral, komunitas menjadi bagian utama dalam proses formasi. Berbagai bentuk pembinaan dibuat guna mencetek para pemimpin yang baik. Saat ini dunia yang sedang manghadapi wabah virus corona juga mempengaruhi proses pembinaan calon imam. Merujuk pada dokumen gereja mengenai pembinaan calon imam Optatam Totius yang mengatakan bahwa pembinaan calon imam adalah bagian penting bagi Gereja. Fokus penulisan yaitu meneliti proses pembinaan selama masa pandemi. Tujuan dari tulisan ini adalah memahami proses pembinaan seminari dalam masa pandemi. Permasalahan yang hendak diangkat yaitu: mengapa formasi calon imam itu perlu dalam Gereja Katolik? Mengapa fenomena pandemi covid-19 ini perlu didalami dalam konteks pembinaan seminari? Mengapa pandemi covid-19 di Seminari Tinggi San Giovanni XXIII perlu diteliti? Metodologi penulisan menggunakan analisis deskriptif-naratif dengan menelaah pembinaan seminari selama pandemi. Temuan dari penulisan ini adalah pembinaan di seminari Giovanni selama pandemi mengalami keterbatasan. Keterbatasan ini tidak menciutkan semangat untuk terus memformat para calon imam.

Pembinaan calon imam merupakan bagian penting untuk menyiapkan tenaga pastoral yang mampu memimpin sebuah paroki. Lima aspek pembinaan: kepribadian, intelektual, komunitas, pastoral, komunitas menjadi bagian utama dalam proses formasi. Berbagai bentuk pembinaan dibuat guna mencetek para pemimpin yang baik. Saat ini dunia yang sedang manghadapi wabah virus corona juga mempengaruhi proses pembinaan calon imam. Merujuk pada dokumen gereja mengenai pembinaan calon imam Optatam Totius yang mengatakan bahwa pembinaan calon imam adalah bagian penting bagi Gereja. Fokus penulisan yaitu meneliti proses pembinaan selama masa pandemi. Tujuan dari tulisan ini adalah memahami proses pembinaan seminari dalam masa pandemi. Permasalahan yang hendak diangkat yaitu: mengapa formasi calon imam itu perlu dalam Gereja Katolik? Mengapa fenomena pandemi covid-19 ini perlu didalami dalam konteks pembinaan seminari? Mengapa pandemi covid-19 di Seminari Tinggi San Giovanni XXIII perlu diteliti? Metodologi penulisan menggunakan analisis deskriptif-naratif dengan menelaah pembinaan seminari selama pandemi. Temuan dari penulisan ini adalah pembinaan di seminari Giovanni selama pandemi mengalami keterbatasan. Keterbatasan ini tidak menciutkan semangat untuk terus memformat para calon imam.