Wijoyoko, Gregorius Daru
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Kerygma of Joy for Defending Minority: Compassion Theology for Redemption in The World of Chaos Wijoyoko, Gregorius Daru
Journal of Asian Orientation in Theology Vol 7, No 2 (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.v7i2.10499

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In a world marked by human suffering, systemic injustice, global crisis and marginalization of minority groups, the Christian proclamation of joy, kerygma, may seem counterintuitive or insufficient. However, this article argues that the Kerygma of Joy, as articulated in Evangelii Gaudium by Pope Francis, offers not only a spiritual vision but also a theological and pastoral praxis for defending minorities. Joy, in this framework, is not temporary happiness but a radical affirmation of human dignity in the face of suffering and exclusion. Drawing on biblical sources, patristic insights, and contemporary theological voices, particularly J.B Metz theology, this article explores how kerygma of joy becomes a counter-cultural stance that resists despair, empowers witness, and fosters solidarity with the marginalized. It further engages real-world contexts where Christian communities live out this joyful resistance in defense of minority identities, including religious, ethnic, and socio-political minorities. The article concludes by offering a pastoral vision that reclaims joy as an eschatological sign and a missionary strategy. In doing so, it invites the global Church to redefine evangelization not as cultural dominance or institutional expansion but as embodied compassion, dangerous memory, and solidarity in joy with those on the peripheries.
PENGARUH TRADISI DOA DI TAMAN DOA IMATUKA TERHADAP PERKEMBANGAN SPIRITUAL ORANG MUDA KATOLIK DI PAROKI SANTA MARIA LOURDES SUMBER MAGELANG Yunita, Elaviana; Hartutik, Hartutik; Wijoyoko, Gregorius Daru; Wuriningsih, FR
CREDENDUM: Jurnal Pendidikan Agama Vol 7 No 2 (2025): November 2025
Publisher : PERDIKKATI (Perkumpulan Pendidikan Keagamaan Katolik Indonesia)

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.34150/credendum.v7i2.975

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This research aims to analyze the influence of prayer traditions in Imatuka Prayer Garden on the spiritual development of Catholic Youth (OMK) at Santa Maria Lourdes Sumber Parish, Magelang. Using a mixed-method approach with convergent parallel design, the study collected quantitative data from 39 Catholic youth respondents and qualitative data through interviews with five key informants. Quantitative results showed significant positive correlations between prayer frequency and duration (R² = 0.324, p < 0.001), prayer experience intensity (R² = 0.288, p < 0.001), and prayer variety (R² = 0.395, p < 0.001) with youth spiritual development. Qualitative findings revealed that Imatuka Prayer Garden functions as a sacred space that facilitates personal reflection, spiritual connection, and community formation. The prayer garden's conducive environment for silence and connection with nature was highlighted as a key factor enabling deeper spiritual experiences. The research concludes that prayer traditions at Imatuka Prayer Garden significantly contribute to Catholic youth spiritual development in line with the Continuous Formatio of Faith (FIBB) framework of Semarang Archdiocese, particularly in strengthening faith identity, devotional practices, and ecclesial participation.