<![CDATA[The Society 5.0 era introduces a profound integration paradigm between cyberspace and physical space, positioning humanity at the epicenter of a super-smart society. While advancements in artificial intelligence, big data, and cloud computing present unprecedented opportunities to expand Gospel proclamation across geographical boundaries, this sociological shift triggers ecclesiological deconstruction risks, such as the emergence of disembodied communities, moral fragmentation, and a crisis of authentic pastoral leadership. Employing a descriptive qualitative method grounded in theological literature review and narrative-grammatical exegetical analysis, this article reconstructs an effective church leadership model through a hermeneutical examination of New Testament texts in John 1:14 and 1 Peter 5:1–4. Lexical-grammatical analysis of the verb esk?n?sen (?????????) and the pastoral mandate poimanate (?????????) demonstrates that Christian leadership is neither a mechanical surveillance governed by screen-based algorithms nor a hierarchical domination of power (katakyrieuontes); rather, it is characterized by relational incarnational presence, sacrificial willingness (prothym?s), and the integrity of exemplary living (typoi). This article proposes a "phygital pastoral" paradigm, wherein digital agility is leveraged as an instrument for church governance and missional outreach, while physical space is preserved as an irreplaceable locus for sacramental fellowship, profound discipleship, and the restoration of human dignity amidst the hegemony of modern technology.]]>
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