Greenation International Journal of Law and Social Sciences
Vol. 4 No. 3 (2026): (GIJLSS) Greenation International Journal of Law and Social Sciences (July - Au

Reforming Theological Pedagogy in Christian Religious Education in the Digital Era: A Theological-Didactic Analysis

Paulus Tnunay (Universitas Kristen Artha Wacana, Kupang, Indonesia.)
Thomas Pentury (Universitas Kristen Indonesia, Jakarta, Indonesia.)
Wilson Rajagukguk (Universitas Kristen Indonesia, Jakarta, Indonesia.)



Article Info

Publish Date
22 Jul 2026

Abstract

This study examines the transformation of theological pedagogy within digital learning environments, focusing on the shift from a transmission-oriented model to a dialogical, reflective, and transformative paradigm. Employing a literature-based approach that engages theories of theological pedagogy, reflective didactics, and digital learning practices, the conceptual synthesis suggests that digital spaces foster new forms of active learner engagement in constructing theological meaning. The analysis identifies three core conceptual transformations: (1) a paradigmatic shift toward participatory learning; (2) a theological reinterpretation of presence and incarnation beyond physical proximity; and (3) the emergence of digital space as a legitimate locus theologicus for experiencing and articulating faith. The discussion further highlights the relevance of Groome’s shared praxis and Klafki’s reflective didactics as foundational frameworks for designing pedagogical models that are both contextually grounded and transformative. Overall, this study contributes to contemporary discussions on theological education by emphasizing the need to reconstruct pedagogical goals, processes, and relational dynamics for the digital age.

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GIJLSS

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Law, Crime, Criminology & Criminal Justice Social Sciences

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Greenation International Journal of Law and Social Sciences (GIJLSS) is a journal that uses a blind peer-review model that can be accessed online. GIJLSS aims to publish a journal containing quality articles that will be able to contribute thoughts from theoretical and empirical perspectives for the ...