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The Impact of Leadership Conflict on the Growth and Unity of Church Congregations: A Literature Review by Lewis A. Cosert, Daniel Goleman, Stephen P. Robbins, and Ralf Dahrendorf Absalina Lusia Lesnussa
Journal of Social Research Vol. 5 No. 6 (2026): Journal of Social Research
Publisher : International Journal Labs

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.55324/josr.v5i6.3204

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Leadership conflict is a frequent phenomenon within church organizations and has a significant impact on congregational growth and the unity of the body of Christ. This article analyzes the impact of such conflict by using the perspectives of four scholars: Stephen P. Robbins, through organizational behavior theory and conflict management; Daniel Goleman, through the concept of emotional intelligence in leadership; Lewis A. Coser, through the positive function of social conflict; and Ralf Dahrendorf, through authority-based conflict theory. Using a literature review approach and qualitative analysis, this article finds that poorly managed leadership conflict can lead to a decline in congregational growth, both numerically and spiritually, and can create division within church unity. However, when managed constructively through emotional intelligence and a functional approach, conflict can serve as a catalyst for renewal, stronger relationships, and increased congregational solidarity. The conclusions of this study confirm that leadership conflicts have a dual impact on the growth and unity of the church congregation, where Robbins and Dahrendorf's perspectives point to the inherent and structural nature of conflict, while Goleman and Coser offer practical constructive solutions. Church leaders need to develop high emotional intelligence, implement systematic conflict management, and view conflict as an opportunity for spiritual renewal. With a holistic approach that combines an awareness of power dynamics, emotion management, and negotiation skills, leadership conflicts can be transformed from a threat of division to a constructive force for the growth and unity of the congregation.
Deep Learning dalam Bingkai Undang-Undang Nomor 12 Tahun 2012: Arah Baru Pembelajaran di Sekolah Tinggi Teologi Absalina Lusia Lesnussa; Stefanus Dully
Edunity: Kajian Ilmu Sosial dan Pendidikan Vol. 5 No. 9 (2026): Edunity: Social and Educational Studies
Publisher : PT Publikasiku Academic Solution

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.57096/edunity.v5i9.584

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Perubahan arah kebijakan pembelajaran nasional yang mengedepankan pendekatan deep learning dengan tiga pilar meaningful learning, mindful learning, dan joyful learning membuka ruang refleksi baru bagi penyelenggaraan pendidikan tinggi keagamaan, termasuk Sekolah Tinggi Teologi (STT). Artikel ini bertujuan mengkaji secara konseptual bagaimana pendekatan deep learning dapat dibingkai dan dilandasi secara yuridis oleh Undang-Undang Nomor 12 Tahun 2012 tentang Pendidikan Tinggi, khususnya ketentuan mengenai otonomi akademik, kurikulum berbasis capaian pembelajaran, tridarma perguruan tinggi, pembentukan karakter mahasiswa, dan pengaturan khusus pendidikan tinggi keagamaan. Metode: penelitian ini menggunakan metode kualitatif dengan pendekatan studi kepustakaan (library research), yang menelaah regulasi, literatur pedagogik, dan kajian teologi pendidikan secara deskriptif-analitis. Temuan dan Implikasi: hasil kajian menunjukkan bahwa semangat deep learning sejalan dengan amanat undang-undang untuk menghasilkan lulusan yang tidak hanya menguasai pengetahuan secara kognitif, tetapi juga berkarakter, reflektif, dan mampu mengaplikasikan ilmu dalam kehidupan nyata nilai yang sangat relevan dengan hakikat pendidikan teologi sebagai pembentukan karakter dan panggilan pelayanan. Kesimpulan: kajian ini merekomendasikan reorientasi desain kurikulum, metode pembelajaran, dan budaya akademik di STT agar tidak lagi berpusat pada hafalan doktrinal semata (surface learning), melainkan pada pemaknaan iman yang mendalam, kesadaran spiritual yang reflektif, dan sukacita dalam proses belajar-mengajar teologis.