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This article explores the impact of ecumenism in Indonesia in the context of the increasingly widespread and complex development of the modern church. Ecumenicalism, as an ecumenical movement that prioritizes unity between Christian churches, plays a vital role in forming relations between denominations amidst the rich diversity that exists. In facing ever-changing social and political dynamics, churches in Indonesia are faced with various challenges in implementing their mission. However, behind these challenges, opportunities arise to unite in an effort to serve the community. In the midst of this reality, ecumenism opens up space for dialogue between denominations, emphasizing the importance of unity in diversity, social solidarity and the development of spirituality. With a multidimensional approach, churches in Indonesia are not only faced with internal issues, but are also expected to be able to make a more significant contribution in building a harmonious and inclusive society. This article concludes that ecumenicalism in Indonesia not only strengthens ties between churches, but also has a positive impact on social life and diversity in this country.

This research examines the form and basis of organic social solidarity among permanent workers. Using a descriptive qualitative method, this research focuses on permanent workers who have organic social solidarity ties. workers who have organic social solidarity ties. Informants were selected purposive to obtain in-depth information, with 12 permanent workers and 2 key informants as research subjects. key informants as research subjects. Data collection techniques include observation, interviews, and documentation, with analysis using taxonomy techniques. taxonomy technique. The results showed that organic social solidarity at PTPN VII Sweet Love District is characterized by division of labor, fading collective consciousness, restitutive law, and interdependence. collective consciousness, restitutive law, and interdependence between parts. The basis of of this solidarity include work relatedness, membership in a labor union, class equality, and common hobbies. This research highlights the importance of in-depth understanding of the dynamics of social solidarity in the work environment.

Football in Indonesia plays an important role in building national identity and spirit. This study examines the impact of Indonesian supporters' enthusiasm on nationalism at the global level. Supporters, often called the "12th player," contribute to strengthening social solidarity and pride in the national team with support such as singing the national anthem and wearing national attributes. The method used in this study is a literature study. The results of the study show that the enthusiasm of supporters not only motivates athletes to excel, but also helps introduce Indonesian culture to the world. However, challenges such as conflicts between supporters must be resolved to maintain a positive image of Indonesia.

This research aims to analyze the relationship between private property rights and social solidarity as reflected in the encyclical Quadragesimo Anno published by Pope Pius, The method used in this research is qualitative analysis of the text Quadragesimo Anno, highlighting Pope Pius XI's thoughts on the role of property rights in promoting social welfare. The findings of this research emphasize the importance of social solidarity and the moral obligation of property owners to share for the common good. The implication of this research is the importance of applying principles in the contemporary economic system to reduce social inequality and improve the welfare of society as a whole  

Mosques play a crucial role in the lives of Muslim communities, not only as places of worship but also as centers for disseminating information and facilitating social communication. This study aims to explore the function of mosques in spreading information and facilitating communication, both through traditional methods and modern digital technology. The research utilizes a qualitative approach, involving field studies and in-depth interviews at several mosques in urban and rural areas. The findings indicate that mosques serve as strategic hubs for conveying religious, social, and cultural information through sermons, religious lectures, and community discussions. Mosques also function as public spaces, enabling communication across different social strata and generations. In the digital era, many mosques have embraced social media to reach a wider congregation, though some rural mosques still face technological limitations. The role of mosques in spreading information and facilitating communication has positive impacts on strengthening social solidarity, enhancing religious literacy, and empowering communities. In conclusion, mosques remain vital institutions for reinforcing social cohesion and communication within Muslim communities, though challenges remain in optimizing their role in the modern era.

Mosques have a very important role in the lives of Muslims, not only as places of worship but also as centers of spiritual and social development. This research aims to examine the function of mosques as places that purify the soul and strengthen spirituality. Through a qualitative approach using literature study methods, this research explores the role of mosques as centers of worship, character development, and strengthening social solidarity in the Muslim community. The research results show that mosques not only function as places of prayer, but also play a role in religious education, moral development, and social activities that strengthen relationships between believers. With its calm and peaceful atmosphere, the mosque is a place of reflection and contemplation, helping individuals draw closer to Allah and find inner calm amidst busy modern life.

Mosques play a role beyond just a place of worship; they also serve as strategic community centers in driving economic growth. This study aims to explore the role of mosques in economic aspects, from providing social services, education, to community-based economic activities. By involving qualitative methods, this study collected data through interviews and observations in several mosques that are active in economic empowerment programs. The results of the study indicate that mosques can function as community centers that integrate various economic initiatives, such as skills training, providing business capital, and developing local products. In addition, mosques also play an important role in fostering social solidarity and encouraging collaboration between community members. This study is expected to provide insight for mosque managers and policy makers to maximize the role of mosques in improving the economic welfare of the community.

This study explores the role of the Pujakesuma organization in instilling humanitarian values and improving social justice in Teladan Barat Village through the Warung Nusantara program. The community in this area, which is mostly from the lower middle class, faces challenges in meeting basic needs due to inflation and price fluctuations. Through Warung Nusantara, Pujakesuma provides basic necessities at affordable prices, helps the underprivileged and strengthens social solidarity. The research method used is qualitative descriptive, with data collection through observation, interviews, and documentation. The results of the study show that this program not only provides access to basic needs, but also educates the community about caring and solidarity. In addition, Pujakesuma serves as a role model for other organizations in improving social justice. However, the main challenge is gathering members who are willing to contribute voluntarily. This study is expected to provide insights for stakeholders to develop similar initiatives that are more effective.

Eid al-Adha is an important moment in the Islamic religion which is full of values ​​of sacrifice, solidarity and social concern. However, in some cases, the essence of this celebration is often forgotten and becomes mere routine. This article discusses efforts to revive the meaning of Eid al-Adha in Rejosari Kaliopak Village, Kotabumi District, North Lampung Regency, through collaboration between Karang Taruna and the Hadroh youth group. This collaboration aims to create a celebratory atmosphere full of Islamic values, strengthen ties, and increase people's understanding of the meaning of Eid al-Adha. Activities carried out include religious recitations, slaughtering and distribution of sacrificial animals, hadroh art performances, as well as social service in the form of distributing basic necessities. The result of this collaboration is the creation of a more meaningful Eid al-Adha celebration, increasing community participation, and strengthening social solidarity. Apart from that, this activity also helps develop youth potential in the fields of religion and arts and culture, as well as forming a more responsible and disciplined youth character.

The flash floods and landslides in Central Aceh Regency are hydrometeorological disasters resulting from the interaction between natural factors and environmental conditions, such as extreme rainfall and declining ecological capacity due to land-use changes. In this context, community service activities conducted by law students of Universitas Islam Negeri Sumatera Utara function not only as humanitarian responses but also as a medium for social learning in internalizing the values of religious moderation based on local wisdom. This study aims to examine the role of students in disaster response and how these values are internalized through interactions with the Gayo community. This research uses a qualitative approach with a descriptive-participatory design. Data were collected through participatory observation, informal interviews, and documentation during activities in disaster-affected areas, and analyzed through data reduction, presentation, and conclusion drawing. The findings show that these activities contributed to both physical recovery and social-psychological support, including trauma healing. Local wisdom values such as deliberation, mutual cooperation, and social solidarity act as social capital in strengthening community resilience and reflect religious moderation in daily life. Overall, this approach integrates academic knowledge, humanitarian values, and religious moderation while fostering students’ social awareness, empathy, and commitment

Hajj and Umrah are forms of maḥḍah worship that hold an essential position in Islamic teachings and contain profound philosophical dimensions. Beyond their ritual obligations and recommendations, these acts of worship function as instruments for spiritual, moral, and social development among Muslims. This study aims to analyze the philosophical dimensions of Hajj and Umrah and their implications for enhancing religious devotion. The research employs a qualitative approach with a descriptive method through library research. Data were collected from scholarly books, academic journal articles, and relevant official documents, and analyzed using content analysis. The findings indicate that Hajj and Umrah embody core values such as monotheism, sincerity, patience, self-control, equality, and social solidarity. A deep understanding of these philosophical dimensions contributes significantly to the spiritual transformation of pilgrims, as reflected in improved quality of worship, religious discipline, and social awareness after the pilgrimage. This study emphasizes that philosophical comprehension of Hajj and Umrah is crucial for sustaining long-term religious devotion among Muslims.

This article discusses the important role of Christian religious education in facilitating intercultural cooperation in Indonesia, which is a country with a pluralistic society. Religious education not only serves to build individual morals and character, but also serves as a bridge to create understanding and tolerance between different groups. By prioritizing the values of peace and mutual respect, Christian religious education has the potential to reduce conflict and promote harmony in a diverse society. Therefore, education about pluralism and the rights of adherents of other religions in the religious education curriculum is very important, in order to strengthen social solidarity and intercultural cooperation. 

The free mass circumcision social service activity held at Sunan Giri University Surabaya is a cross-sector collaboration initiative to commemorate the August people's party. This activity aims to improve public health, especially among children, by providing quality and free medical services. Involving various parties, including government agencies, non-governmental organizations, and local communities, this activity not only educates the public about the importance of reproductive health, but also strengthens social solidarity. In its implementation, this activity succeeded in attracting active participation from the surrounding community, creating awareness of the importance of children's health and welfare, and fostering a spirit of mutual cooperation. The results of this activity are expected to be a model for similar initiatives in the future, as well as providing long-term positive impacts on public health in the area

This research aims to describe and evaluate the accompaniment in the implementation of donations to orphans during the 10th Muharram commemoration in Kelurahan Kumai Hilir, which is an annual tradition with significant social and religious values. The main focus of this study is the effectiveness of the implementation, where there are shortcomings in planning, committee coordination, and the distribution of donations, which are often uneven and not well-targeted. To understand these dynamics, this study uses a descriptive qualitative approach with observation, in-depth interviews, and documentation methods, involving various parties such as the organizing committee, community leaders, and orphans as beneficiaries. The data obtained shows that the accompaniment provided during the donation process successfully improved various important aspects, including active participation of the local community in the event, improvements in the coordination system among the previously unstructured committee, and ensuring that donation distribution became more targeted and fair. In addition to material benefits, the orphans who received donations felt better emotional support, with more attention from the community that was more directly involved in the donation process. This activity also played a role in strengthening social solidarity among residents, making the 10th Muharram commemoration not only a moment for giving donations but also an opportunity to build stronger social ties between the community and the beneficiaries. With this accompaniment, it is hoped that the donation tradition in Kelurahan Kumai Hilir can continue to develop in a more organized manner and have a more significant impact on the well-being of orphans as well as the social life of the community as a whole.

The background of this research related to Social Interaction is defined as a dynamic mutual social relationship, which concerns the relationship between individuals, individuals and groups, groups and groups. The main problem in this study is to understand the interaction of religious people in increasing solidarity between religious communities in Bukit Nenas Village by looking at the many positive activities carried out in the Bukit Nenas Village area. Cooperation carried out by religious communities is Islam, Protestant Christianity, Catholicism, Buddhism, and Hinduism. Especially when Muslims are performing worship during the holidays, people who live close to the mosque environment voluntarily help maintain security around the place of worship and who maintain that security from other Protestant and Catholic Christians. To see the benefits of the formation of a sense of solidarity between others, the researcher is interested in further studying the benefits of community interaction and its influence in realizing social solidarity in Bukit Nenas Village. The results of this study show that the influence of community interaction on socio-religious life in the village is very numerous, including from the social side, establishing good communication between communities, both communities around the house and communities that are far away and different environments, realizing and increasing community solidarity, and maintaining brotherhood. The benefit from the religious side is that harmony that has been maintained to this day can be used as an example by many people and other regions. Judging from the culture of interaction between communities that have cultural differences, the community knows about other cultures.

This study aims to analyze the impact of the construction of a badminton court, which resulted from a collaboration between students from the 18th Independent Initiative Program (MIT) Real Work Lecture (KKN) at Posko 74 of Walisongo Univercity. The collaboration between students and local residents in Winong Village (Ngampel District, Kendal Regency), particularly those residing in RT 1 RW 2 Salaman Hamlet, has been pivotal in enhancing the well-being of the community. This study employed a qualitative approach with descriptive methods, and data were gathered through in-depth interviews, participatory observation, and documentation of the development process. The findings of this study demonstrate that the construction of the badminton court in Winong Village was not only successful in providing the community with much-needed sports facilities, but it also resulted in the strengthening of social solidarity and the spirit of mutual cooperation between residents and KKN students. This article underscores the significance of community involvement and the part played by local leaders in village development initiatives, where the spirit of mutual assistance serves as a robust social capital. The assessment and enhancement of public facilities are also essential to guarantee sustainability and reinforce social networks within the community.

Zakat is one of the main pillars of Islam, required of Muslims who possess wealth exceeding the nisab threshold. Beyond its religious obligation, zakat also serves as a strategic tool for poverty alleviation and socioeconomic enhancement. The primary objective of zakat is to purify the wealth and soul of the muzakki (zakat giver) and to assist the mustahik (zakat recipients) in meeting their basic needs. In Indonesia, with its large Muslim population, the potential for zakat is significant, yet its impact on poverty reduction remains limited. Optimal zakat management is essential to ensure targeted distribution. Zakat includes eight categories of recipients: fakir, miskin, amil, muallaf, riqab, gharim, fii sabilillah, and ibn sabil. Through a productive approach, zakat can provide business capital and training to mustahik, enhancing their economic self-sufficiency and reducing social inequality. This study employs a library research method and a qualitative approach to explore the role of zakat in improving community welfare. The findings indicate that effective zakat management, especially in the form of productive zakat, can strengthen social solidarity and promote economic empowerment. Zakat functions not only as wealth redistribution but also as a holistic empowerment tool, contributing to achieving more equitable and comprehensive societal welfare.  

The Ngudi Lestari Waste Bank program, located in Tinjomoyo Village, Banyumanik Subdistrict, Semarang City, is an innovative effort to address the increasingly pressing waste problem in urban environments. This waste bank serves as a center for waste collection, sorting, and processing, transforming waste into economically valuable resources and educating the community on the importance of recycling and waste management.This research used a qualitative approach with a case study method to evaluate the Ngudi Lestari Waste Bank initiative. Data were collected through observation, interviews, and documentation, then analyzed using triangulation techniques. The results indicate that Ngudi Lestari Waste Bank is effective in raising environmental awareness, changing community behavior patterns, and strengthening social solidarity. Support from the government is crucial in expanding and optimizing the program's impact. With various future development plans, this initiative is expected to become a sustainable waste management model and be adopted by other regions, as well as a concrete example for waste management solutions at the local level.

Tree planting as a reforestation strategy is an important solution to overcome environmental and social problems in villages. This journal discusses the effectiveness of the tree planting program implemented in Mekar Agung Village, using an environmental and social approach. The program aims to improve environmental quality, reduce the impact of climate change, and strengthen social solidarity in village communities. The methodology used includes the implementation of planting activities, impact evaluation through measurement of environmental parameters such as reducing soil erosion and improving air quality, as well as analyzing changes in attitudes and community involvement. The results show that the program is effective in improving environmental quality, with significant improvements in soil and air quality. In addition, this program has also succeeded in strengthening social relations between residents through active participation in reforestation activities. These findings underscore the importance of an integrated approach that combines environmental and social aspects in greening programs to achieve sustainable and significant results.

This research focuses on the role of the Barikan Tradition in strengthening social solidarity among the community, highlighting how this cultural and religious practice serves as a bond between community members. Additionally, the study aims to explore the religious meanings embedded in the Barikan Tradition from the local community's perspective, as well as its influence on the formation of collective identity. A qualitative approach using ethnographic methods was employed to deeply examine the religious meanings and functions of the Barikan Tradition and its social impact on the community. The findings indicate that the Barikan Tradition is understood as an effort to maintain balance between the spiritual and material worlds, between traditional values and the demands of modernization. This tradition plays a significant role in reinforcing social solidarity, preserving collective identity, and helping the community adapt to social changes. Furthermore, the Barikan Tradition reflects religious syncretism, where a fusion of local beliefs with religion occurs. As a religious rite passed down through generations, Barikan not only functions as a symbolic ritual but also as a reflection of spirituality and community values. In the context of the sociology of religion, this tradition plays an important role in strengthening collective consciousness and preserving religious values amid the challenges of globalization and modernization.