The Role of Christian Religious Education and Character Education in Senior High School Grade XI: The Meaning of God's Renewal of Life in Adolescents' Responsibility in The Church

Putri Debora Simanjuntak (IAKN Tarutung)
Intan Fegi Melati Sitinjak (IAKN Tarutung)
Alexander Imanuel Manurung (IAKN Tarutung)

EXOUSIA: Jurnal Pendidikan Agama Kristen
Vol. 3 No. 1 (2024): Special Issue

The role of Christian Religious Education is to understand how the teachings of the Christian faith can help young people comprehend their roles in society and align their lifestyles with Christian beliefs. The research method employed is qualitative, involving the review of books and journals from various perspectives. The research findings indicate that religious education within the Christian tradition is crucial in assisting 11th-grade high school students in developing a strong sense of responsibility toward their environment and way of life. Christian religious education should promptly fulfill its responsibilities within the church, nurturing adolescents and renewing their lives in accordance with Christian values. Once renewed by God, these young individuals will demonstrate lives that are close to God. It is hoped that a creative and contextual approach will be employed.