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Tiktok Sebagai Ladang Apologetika Online Kontemporer Olimbovo, Senopati Salomo; Yosua, Andries
Vox Dei: Jurnal Teologi dan Pastoral  Vol 4 No 2 (2023): Desember 2023
Publisher : Sekolah Tinggi Teologi Ekumene Jakarta.

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The rapid development of technology and information in this era of globalization somehow affects the reality of believers in carrying out their ministry and starting from worship, evangelism, missions, even apologetics. Apologetics, originally done orally in the time of the apostles, then changed form into writing in the time of the Church Fathers, can now be done by utilizing existing social media. This article aims to analyze the dynamics, interactions, and advantages and disadvantages of apologetics online on social media, especially on the TikTok platform as one of the platforms favored by the people of Indonesia. The research method used is a qualitative approach, with literature studies as a theoretical foundation and data collection techniques. The results of this study illustrate that the social media platform TikTok, with its unique features, can be considered an efficient and effective medium for organizing apologetics ministries.
Analisis Kritis Dialog Teologi Ibadah Dan Budaya Populer Dalam Konteks Kontemporer Sudaymin, Pusparani; Yosua, Andries
Ganaya : Jurnal Ilmu Sosial dan Humaniora Vol 8 No 4 (2025)
Publisher : Jayapangus Press

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The rapid growth of popular culture presents both challenges and opportunities for churches to conduct worship that remains relevant in the contemporary context. The gap between rigid traditional practices and modern life shaped by popular culture requires churches to find effective ways to communicate faith values. This study analyzes the relationship between worship theology and popular culture and explores how popular culture can strengthen faith without compromising spiritual depth. Using a qualitative, phenomenological-descriptive approach, the research examines the experiences, perceptions, and worship practices of congregations influenced by popular culture. Data were analyzed by identifying key themes and the relationships between worship theology elements—such as meaning, purpose, motivation, and liturgy—and the phenomenon of popular culture. The findings reveal that popular culture serves as a significant bridge between spirituality and modern life, fostering more contextual, interactive, and reflective expressions of faith. Elements such as contemporary music, digital media, and films function as effective means of theological communication and dialogue with daily life. However, churches must manage their use theologically to balance cultural relevance and spiritual depth. Thus, integrating popular culture into worship encourages the development of more inclusive, reflective, and meaningful worship experiences within the dynamics of modern society.