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Gereja metaverse: Memetakan tantangan dan peluang gereja di era post-digital Jessica Elizabeth Abraham; Junifrius Gultom
KURIOS Vol. 9 No. 1: April 2023
Publisher : Sekolah Tinggi Teologi Pelita Bangsa, Jakarta

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.30995/kur.v9i1.488

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Having a different world in virtual reality is nothing new. However, the rapid development of such a world, often known as the metaverse, has caught many peoples’ attention, including believers. Even in its earliest stage of development, the metaverse has already attracted many interested stakeholders and investors as it promises to open up many possibilities and offers many other opportunities. Of course, it does not come without any negative aspects. Yet, like any previous technological advancements, one should assess its weight to determine the appropriate response. This paper addresses whether the metaverse should be seen as a threat or an opportunity, especially by the church. The authors hope that this writing will help the church realize this coming world in the near future and prepare as soon as possible to anticipate this revolutionary disruption. Hopefully, The church can provide spiritual care for the “real” people behind and within this virtual reality. AbstrakKonsep tentang adanya dunia virtual bukanlah suatu hal baru. Kini, perkembangan yang pesat dari terwujudnya dunia virtual tersebut, yang sering dikenal dengan sebutan metaverse, telah menarik perhatian banyak orang termasuk orang percaya. Bahkan pada tahap awal pengembangannya, metaverse telah menarik banyak stakeholder dan investor karena janji akan banyaknya peluang dan kemungkinan lain yang terbuka. Tentu saja itu dunia ini tidak datang tanpa aspek negatifnya. Namun, seperti kemajuan teknologi sebelumnya, seseorang harus terlebih dahulu menilai bobotnya untuk menentukan respons yang tepat. Penelitian ini mencoba menjawab pertanyaan apakah metaverse perlu dilihat sebagai ancaman atau peluang khususnya oleh gereja Tuhan. Penulis berharap penelitian ini pada akhirnya akan menyadarkan gereja akan datangnya metaverse dalam waktu dekat sehingga dapat melakukan persiapan sebaik mungkin untuk mengantisipasi disrupsi revolusioner ini. Gereja diharapkan dapat memberikan pelayanan spiritual yang diperlukan oleh orang-orang "nyata" yang ada di belakang dan di dalam realitas virtual ini.
Pelayanan Pastoral di Era Modern dalam Memperkuat Spiritualitas Lansia di Panti Asuhan Kowureng, Priskila; Jessica Elizabeth Abraham; Daeli, Natal Riang
SCRIPTA: Jurnal Teologi dan Pelayanan Kontekstual Vol. 18 No. 2 (2024): Pastoral dan Teologi
Publisher : Sekolah Tinggi Theologia Ebenhaezer Tanjung Enim

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.47154/sjtpk.v18i2.792

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The purpose of this study is to explore and understand pastoral care can be more effective in helping the elderly in orphanages by implementing a holistic approach in accordance with the development of the times, as well as providing an understanding of how to overcome the limitations of traditional methods in pastoral care for the elderly in the modern era. The research method used is a qualitative approach, namely a literature study of e-books, journals, and books, related to the topic of discussion, and using an interview method involving the elderly, administrators, to gain deeper insight into the spiritual needs of the elderly. The results of the study indicate that pastoral care contributes positively to the spirituality of the elderly, increasing a sense of connectedness to the community and improving mental health, while the use of technology such as social media has proven effective in expanding the reach of services. The conclusion of this study is that pastoral care for the elderly in orphanages in the modern era is faced with significant challenges that require a more holistic and innovative approach. Traditional methods are considered inadequate to meet the complex emotional, social, and spiritual needs of the elderly, such as feelings of loneliness, isolation, and physical limitations. Therefore, this study emphasizes the importance of utilizing technology, such as video calls and digital platforms, to create deeper and more personal interactions.