SERVIRE: Jurnal Penelitian dan Pengabdian
Vol 4 No 1 (2024): SERVIRE: Jurnal Pengabdian Kepada Masyarakat (April 2024)

Efforts to Motivate Youth Indonesian Christian Church of the Royal Family, Salatiga, Central Java in Spiritual Maturity

Kartika Dewi Kristanti (Sekolah Tinggi Teologi Moriah)
Yusak Tanasyah (Sekolah Tinggi Teologi Moriah)
Margreth Luciyanna Risakotta (Sekolah Tinggi Teologi Indonesia)
Mieki Cynthia Kurniawan (Sekolah Tinggi Teologi Indonesia)



Article Info

Publish Date
30 Apr 2024

Abstract

This study examines the various efforts undertaken by the Indonesian Christian Church of the Royal Family in Salatiga, Central Java, to foster spiritual maturity among its youth members. Recognizing the pivotal role of youth in the church's future, the church employs a multifaceted approach to ensure their spiritual growth and active participation in religious life. Key strategies include structured Bible study programs, youth fellowship activities, leadership training, and community service projects. The church also emphasizes the importance of mentorship, with older, spiritually mature members guiding the younger generation. These efforts are designed to address the unique spiritual needs of young people, providing them with a supportive environment where they can explore their faith, develop a personal relationship with God, and grow in their understanding of Christian principles. The effectiveness of these initiatives is evaluated through qualitative methods, including interviews and participant observation, revealing significant positive impacts on the spiritual lives of the youth. This research contributes to the broader discourse on youth ministry by highlighting successful practices that can be replicated in similar contexts to nurture spiritual maturity among young Christians.

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Journal Info

Abbrev

servire

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Subject

Religion Humanities Economics, Econometrics & Finance Education Social Sciences

Description

SERVIRE: Jurnal Penelitian dan Pengabdian (SERVIRE: Journal of Research and Service), is a peer-reviewed, open-access journal that provides an international scholarly platform for advancing impact-driven, evidence-based, and interdisciplinary research on community engagement and service. The journal ...