Journal of Religious and Socio-Cultural

Implikasi Teologis Pelayan Tahbisan Perempuan Di Gereja Pantekosta Pusat Surabaya (GPPS) Gatotan Surabaya

Yedida Mauk, Amran Simangunsong, Antonius Missa — Tue, 14 Jan 2025 07:42:47 +0000

The church is rooted in the life and proclamation of Jesus dead and his resurrection. Another proclamation is the coming of the Holy Spirit to the disciples. The sending of the disciples after Pentecost Day portrays ecclesiastical offices in the church leadership together with its function, such as prophets, apostles, evangelists, pastors and teachers. These five ministries are categorized as shepherd or pastor as s/he is called as ordained minister. The ordained minister is elected by the church or synod after receiving holy communion and some requirements. This ordained minister is eligable to all genders, male and female. However, church most of the times is on the side of patriarchal domain, by treating man as more worthy to receive the position of ordained minister, another reason is because man is the first creation than woman, he is more reliable, and he is created by God directly as the glorified image one. This case could be found in Gereja Pentekosta Pusat Surabaya (GPPS) Gatotan in advance, in which patriarchy is given priority, and consequently the role of women in term of ordained minister is difficult to be implemented. Therefore, feminist theology comes to criticize patriarchal domination in the context of ordained ministry in the church, particularly in GPPS Gatotan. This research is using hermenutic to investigate official documents of the church, eventually the church realizes that the role of woman is essential in the church as an ordained minister and it is also one of inclusive messages of the gospel.

Gereja berakar dari dalam hidup dan pewartaan melalui peristiwa kematian Yesus, kebangkitan Yesus dan pengutusan Roh Kudus kepada para murid. Pengutusan para murid setelah hari Pentakosta menghadirkan jawatan dalam pemimpin jemaat dengan fungsinya masing-masing, seperti nabi, rasul, penginjil, gembala dan pengajar. Kelima jawatan ini masuk didalam jabatan gereja yaitu gembala atau Pendeta yang disebut dengan Pelayan Tahbisan. Pelayan Tahbisan di pilih oleh gereja atau Sinode Gereja jika mereka telah menerima sakramen Perjamuan Kudus serta telah dibaptis dan memenuhi syarat-syarat gereja. Pelayan Tahbisan ini, diperuntukan kepada semua gender yaitu laki-laki dan perempuan. Namun, gereja seringkali melihat dari segi patriaki yaitu yang layak menjadi seorang pelayan tahbisan adalah laki-laki karena dia adalah manusia pertama yang diciptakan oleh Allah, memiliki wibawa, dan Allah memilih laki-laki sebagai manusia pertama yang menyiratkan gambar dan kemuliaan Allah secara langsung. Hal ini yang dilakukan oleh Gereja Pantekosta Pusat Surabaya (GPPS) Gatotan dahulu, dimana patriaki sangat diprioritaskan, sehingga peran perempuan dalam gereja khususnya Pelayan Tahbisan Perempuan sulit untuk di peroleh. Teologi feminis hadir dalam mengkritisi dominiasi pariakhal dalam konteks pelayanan tahbisan di dalam gereja, secara khusus di Gereja Pantekosta Pusat Surabaya (GPPS) Gatotan. Melalui analisa hermenutis dalam dokumen-dokumen resmi gereja, maka Gereja Pantekosta Pusat Surabaya (GPPS) menyadari pentingnya peran pelayan tahbisan perempuan sebagai salah satu pesan Injil yang inklusif.

Business Ethics from a Theological Perspective

Defllins Ante, Sutrisno Sutrisno — Wed, 29 Jan 2025 08:19:52 +0000

This article examines the application of Christian business ethics, focusing on how theological principles guide ethical decision-making in the marketplace. As businesses prioritize profitability, many Christian leaders aim to integrate faith values into their operations to promote fairness, justice, and compassion. The study explores key theological concepts such as honesty, integrity, stewardship, love, and justice, and how these principles can be applied in real-world business practices. The purpose of the article is to offer a practical framework for Christian business leaders to integrate ethical principles into leadership, employee relations, and customer interactions. Through a review of theological teachings and Christian business literature, the article provides actionable insights for translating faith into business decisions. The findings suggest that businesses applying Christian ethics experience improved long-term outcomes, including stronger relationships with employees, customers, and stakeholders. By emphasizing values like integrity, fairness, and servant leadership, Christian business leaders foster a culture of trust and accountability. This article contributes to Christian business ethics by offering both theological and practical guidance. It encourages leaders to view their work as a way to serve others and honor God, while promoting social responsibility, ethical behavior, and sustainable practices that positively impact society.

Kerukunan Beragama di Tengah Perbedaan Agama-Agama dan Moderasi Beragama

Andri Vincent Sinaga, Ronald Engelhard Mussu, Oey Natanael Winanto — Sun, 18 May 2025 00:00:00 +0000

This research is motivated by the erosion of harmony and tolerance between religious communities due to various factors, including disputes and conflicts with religious backgrounds. The dynamics of religious life appear quite harsh, especially radicalism and terrorism in the name of religion. Although the government has issued regulations to realize a harmonious religious life, disputes still occur that cause discomfort and disharmony. This research uses a qualitative method using a literature study approach and document analysis related to government regulations, the concept of religious harmony, and theological views from various religions regarding religious harmony. It was found that the essence of religious harmony is mutual recognition, appreciation, and respect for differences in religious beliefs and practices between religious communities. The purpose of religious harmony is to build peaceful relationships, respect each other, and support the existence of other people who believe in their religious teachings. The concept of Tri Religious Harmony includes internal religious harmony, inter-religious harmony, and harmony between religious communities and the government. Factors causing inter-religious disputes/conflicts are exclusive attitudes, not accepting differences, and intolerance. The government established the Religious Harmony Forum (FKUB) as an effort to overcome religious disputes/conflicts. Theological views from various religions (Christian/Catholic, Islam, Hinduism, Buddhism, and Confucianism) support the concept of religious harmony and religious moderation as a way to achieve harmony. The implementation of religious moderation, which is a balanced religious attitude between exclusiveness and inclusiveness, is the key to realizing harmony and tolerance between religious communities in plural and multicultural Indonesia.

Penelitian ini dilatarbelakangi oleh semakin terkikisnya sikap kerukunan dan toleransi antar umat beragama akibat berbagai faktor, termasuk perselisihan dan konflik yang berlatar agama. Muncul dinamika kehidupan umat beragama yang cukup keras, terutama radikalisme dan terorisme yang mengatasnamakan agama. Meski pemerintah telah menerbitkan peraturan untuk mewujudkan kehidupan beragama yang harmonis, masih terjadi perselisihan yang menimbulkan ketidaknyamanan dan ketidakharmonisan. Penelitian ini menggunakan metode kualitatif dengan menggunakan pendekatan studi literatur dan analisis dokumen terkait dengan peraturan pemerintah, konsep kerukunan beragama, dan pandangan teologis dari berbagai agama mengenai kerukunan beragama. Ditemukan bahwa esensi kerukunan beragama adalah saling mengakui, menghargai, dan menghormati perbedaan keyakinan dan praktik beragama antar umat beragama. Tujuan kerukunan beragama adalah membangun relasi yang damai, saling menghormati, dan mendukung keberadaan umat lain yang meyakini ajaran agamanya. Konsep Tri Kerukunan Umat Beragama mencakup kerukunan internal umat beragama, kerukunan antarumat beragama, dan kerukunan antara umat beragama dengan pemerintah. Faktor penyebab perselisihan/konflik antarumat beragama adalah sikap eksklusif, tidak menerima perbedaan, dan intoleransi. Pemerintah membentuk Forum Kerukunan Umat Beragama (FKUB) sebagai upaya menanggulangi perselisihan/konflik antarumat beragama. Pandangan teologis dari berbagai agama (Kristen/Katolik, Islam, Hindu, Buddha, dan Konghucu) mendukung konsep kerukunan beragama dan moderasi beragama sebagai jalan untuk mencapai kerukunan. Implementasi moderasi beragama, yaitu sikap beragama yang seimbang antara ekslusif dan inklusif, merupakan kunci untuk mewujudkan kerukunan dan toleransi antarumat beragama di Indonesia yang plural dan multikultural.

Examining the Militancy of the Apostle Paul in Fulfilling God's Calling as a Preacher of the Gospel

Imron Widjaja — Sun, 18 May 2025 05:14:04 +0000

This article explores the Apostle Paul’s commitment to fulfilling God’s calling as a preacher of the gospel. It emphasizes his loyalty to God and examines how his understanding of God’s call shaped his militant approach to evangelism. This study also seeks to understand how Paul’s model of mission work may still be relevant today. The article aims to examine the meaning of God’s call to the Apostle Paul, how he interpreted it, and how this impacted his militancy in preaching the gospel. Additionally, it evaluates whether Paul’s approach to evangelism can be applied in current missionary work. The study uses a descriptive-qualitative research method, with a hermeneutical approach to interpret Paul's experiences and mission as recorded in the New Testament. The study concludes that the Apostle Paul’s commitment and interpretation of God’s call led him to carry out his ministry with exceptional militancy. His personal sacrifices and his ability to face hardships in preaching the gospel exemplify his dedication. Furthermore, Paul’s model of evangelism, based on humility, love, and sacrifice, is still relevant today. This article contributes by offering a deeper understanding of Paul’s evangelistic zeal and providing a model of commitment and perseverance that modern evangelists can adopt. It demonstrates how Paul’s ministry continues to inspire and guide contemporary Christian mission work.

Jalur Pembangunan Sosial

Pieter G.O. Sunkudon — Sat, 31 May 2025 00:00:00 +0000

This research aims to provide an in-depth and holistic understanding of the role of the Christian Church in post-conflict social development in Poso, as well as detailing an evaluation of the successes or challenges faced by the Christian church in achieving its social development mission after 25 years after conflict. The results of this research have significant implications for the role and responsibilities of the Church in the context of social development missions in the Poso and perhaps also in other conflict contexts. The information and findings obtained from this research can be the basis for formulating more effective and sustainable strategies in supporting social development purposes in the region. It is hoped that the implications of the research results can provide input for churches and governments in designing more effective, sustainable social development programs in the future. This article contributes by providing a comprehensive understanding of the role, successes, and challenges of the Christian Church in post-conflict social development in Poso, while offering practical implications for churches and governments in designing more effective and sustainable recovery strategies.

Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk memberikan pemahaman yang mendalam dan menyeluruh tentang peran Gereja Kristen dalam pembangunan sosial pasca konflik di Poso, serta merinci evaluasi terhadap keberhasilan atau tantangan yang dihadapi oleh gereja Kristen dalam mencapai misi pembangunan sosial setelah 25 tahun pasca konflik. Hasil penelitian ini memiliki implikasi yang signifikan terhadap peran dan tanggung jawab Gereja dalam konteks misi pembangunan sosial di Poso dan mungkin juga di daerah-daerah konflik lainnya. Informasi dan temuan yang diperoleh dari penelitian ini dapat menjadi dasar untuk merumuskan strategi yang lebih efektif dan berkelanjutan dalam mendukung tujuan pembangunan sosial di wilayah tersebut. Diharapkan implikasi dari hasil penelitian ini dapat menjadi masukan bagi gereja dan pemerintah dalam merancang program-program pembangunan sosial yang lebih efektif dan berkelanjutan di masa depan. Artikel ini berkontribusi dengan memberikan pemahaman komprehensif mengenai peran, keberhasilan, dan tantangan Gereja Kristen dalam pembangunan sosial pascakonflik di Poso, serta menawarkan implikasi praktis bagi gereja dan pemerintah dalam merancang strategi pemulihan yang lebih efektif dan berkelanjutan.