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Intercultural Interpretation of the “Good Shepherd” within the Indonesian Context Irawan, Roberthus Kalis Jati; Popo, Frederick Ray; Nugroho, Andreas Agung; Ekaputra, Barry; Kristiyanto, Nikolas
Proceedings of The International Conference on Theology, Religion, Culture, and Humanities Vol 1, No 2 (2024): Proceedings of The International Conference on Theology, Religion, Culture, and
Publisher : Fakultas Teologi, Universitas Sanata Dharma

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.24071/tic.v1i2.8579

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Inculturation permeates the life of the Catholic Church since its conception, making it stay relevant and creative with its evangelising mission amidst a multicultural world. This paper is a study of inculturation within the discipline of biblical exegesis. After a brief explanation about the essence of inculturation, it explores some forms of popular intercultural exegesis or contextual hermeneutics which was developed in Africa. One of them is the “four-legged stool” method designed by Elizabeth Mburu. We applied Mburu’s method to interpret the image of the “good shepherd” which was used by Jesus in John’s Gospel narrative (Jn. 10:1-12), a familiar passage to most Indonesian Catholics. Mburu’s method puts the metaphor align with the theological, literary, and historical context of the local reader. In this case, the research considers the meaning of “a good shepherd” understood through the Indonesian mindset. As a result, the biblical metaphor gained extra meaning from native roots.
Preaching about the Holy Trinity: Inspiration from Pope Francis Popo, Frederick Ray
Journal of Asian Orientation in Theology Vol 7, No 1 (2025): Journal of Asian Orientation in Theology
Publisher : Universitas Sanata Dharma

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.24071/jaot.v7i1.9985

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Every year, there is one Sunday to celebrate the Solemnity of the Most Holy Trinity. This means that every year, priests have the opportunity to give a homily or sermon in order to explain for their flock the meaning of the Triune God. With a 10-minute time limit for homilies set by Pope Francis, it is important for preachers to find a balance between simple delivery and rich theological reflection. How to do it? This research analyzes Pope Francis' sermons and homilies on the Solemnity of the Holy Trinity, over a period of 10 years (2013-2023), to understand how the Pope offers a theological synthesis of the Triune God concept. This research consists of three parts: collecting and reading the Pope's sermon as primary data, processing and analyzing it in-depth, then finally figuring out the theological influences to the Pope's views and teachings about the Holy Trinity, especially Ignatian spirituality. This research shows that Pope Francis offers a balanced and easy-to-understand reflection on the Triune God, Christology, and soteriology. From the Pope's sermons, preachers are reminded to ensure a grounded experience of the Trinity in the lives of the faithful, making the theological concept transformative and at the same time relevant.
Kristus Menjelma dalam Algoritma: Kritik Kristologi Kontekstual di Fajar Artificial Intelligence Popo, Frederick Ray
DUNAMIS: Jurnal Teologi dan Pendidikan Kristiani Vol 10, No 2 (2025): April 2026 (In Progress)
Publisher : Sekolah Tinggi Teologi Intheos Surakarta

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.30648/dun.v10i2.1861

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Abstract. The relationship between artificial intelligence (AI) and Christian theology is commonly exa-mined from moral and pastoral perspectives. This article adopts a dogmatic theological approach, focusing on the phenomenon of Jesus AI (Deus in machina). This literature-based study raises two key questions: (1) What model of Christology is emerging in the age of AI? (2) What dogma-tic objections can be raised against it? AI systems that assume the persona of Jesus have the potential to reshape Christian faith by systematically replicating the teachings of Christ. How-ever, there is a significant risk of reductionism when the identity of Jesus is reduced merely to that of a moral teacher. This leads to a form of “hybridized Christology” that blurs historical, theological, and technological boundaries. The study highlights the importance of dogmatic discernment in responding to these developments.Abstrak. Relasi antara artificial intelligence (AI) dan teologi Kristiani umumnya dikaji dari aspek moral dan pastoral. Artikel ini mengambil pendekatan teologi dogmatik, dengan fokus pada fenomena Jesus AI (Deus in machina). Studi pustaka ini mengajukan dua pertanyaan: (1) Model Kristologi apa yang terbentuk di era AI? (2) Keberatan dogmatis apa yang dapat diajukan terhadapnya? AI berwajah Yesus berpotensi membentuk ulang pemahaman iman Kristiani karena mampu mereplikasi ajaran Kristus secara sistematis. Namun, muncul risiko reduksionisme ketika iden-titas Yesus direduksi menjadi sekadar guru moral. Hal ini melahirkan “Kristologi campur sari” yang mengaburkan batas historis, teologis, dan teknologis. Kajian ini menekankan pentingnya kehati-hatian dogmatis dalam merespons perkembangan tersebut.
DINAMIKA ATTRITIO-CONTRITIO DALAM MINGGU PERTAMA LATIHAN ROHANI ST. IGNATIUS LOYOLA Popo, Frederick Ray
Spiritualitas Ignasian: Jurnal Kerohanian dalam Dunia Pendidikan Vol 25, No 2 (2025): Desember 2025
Publisher : Sanata Dharma University

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.24071/si.v25i2.13011

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Members of the Society of Jesus (Jesuits) are formed with a self-understanding as sinners loved by God. God’s love is the first and foremost impetus for transforming a sinner to repent. This self-image is cultivated through their formative experiences, particularly during the 30-day retreat based on the Spiritual Exercises (SE) of St. Ignatius of Loyola. This article presents the results of a literature-based study of the First Week of the SE. In this section, Ignatius guides retreatants to understand conversion as a dynamic transition from attritio to contritio. The meditative materials provided by Ignatius are intentionally designed to lead retreatants to a deep sense of horror and sorrow for their personal sins, while simultaneously reminding them that they are always loved by God. This approach is rooted in St. Ignatius’ own experience of conversion, especially during his time of ascetic practices in the town of Manresa between 1522 and 1523.