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QUAERENS: Journal of Theology and Christianity Studies
Published by Sekolah Tinggi Teologi Widya Agape
ISSN : 27220869     EISSN : 27220753     DOI : 10.46362
Core Subject : Religion, Humanities, Education,
Religion Humanities Education
QUAERENS: Journal of Theology and Christianity Studies is a place for publication of results of research on Christian theology and Christian Religious Education with the number ISSN: 2722-0753 (online), ISSN: 2722-0869 (print), published by the Indonesian Christian Theological Association. the scope of the research study are: Biblical, Systematic Theology, Christian Ethics, Pastoral, Christian Education, Church History, Christian Mission, and Theology Religionum.
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RELIGIOUS FREEDOM IN MARK 9:38-40 AND ITS MISSIOLOGICAL IMPLICATION TO INDONESIAN CONTEXT Simangunsong, Amran
QUAERENS: Journal of Theology and Christianity Studies Vol 6 No 2 (2024): Vol 6 No 2 (2024): QUAERENS: Journal of Theology and Christianity Studies
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.46362/quaerens.v6i2.244

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Religious freedom is constitutionally guaranteed in Indonesia under Pancasila, yet in practice, violations such as restrictions on places of worship and conflicts involving religious minorities persist. This paradox between legal recognition and practical implementation raises urgent theological and missiological questions. To address this issue, this study interprets Mark 9:38–40, where Jesus’ inclusive teaching challenges exclusivist attitudes and affirms cooperation beyond one’s own community. Using literature study, document analysis, and biblical interpretation, the article explores how this passage provides a theological foundation for an inclusive understanding of mission in Indonesia’s pluralistic context. The findings reveal that Christian mission should transcend institutional boundaries and engage constructively with society through dialogue, respect, and collaboration across faith traditions. Theologically, Mark 9:38–40 affirms that God’s mission operates beyond the visible church, calling Christians to uphold religious freedom as both a constitutional right and a divine mandate. The main contribution of this study lies in integrating Indonesia’s constitutional realities with biblical insights, offering a contextual theological framework that enriches the discourse on religious freedom and strengthens the practice of Christian mission in pluralistic societies.
Revisiting Online Worship: John Calvin's Theology in the Digital Age Putrawan, Bobby Kurnia; Tandana, Ester Agustini
QUAERENS: Journal of Theology and Christianity Studies Vol 7 No 1 (2025): Vol.7 No.1 (2024): QUAERENS: Journal of Theology and Christianity Studies
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.46362/quaerens.v7i1.301

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This study aims to explore the relationship between the doctrine of the Trinity and three key aspects of Christian life: contemplation, community, and compassion. The Trinitarian doctrine, which describes the relationship between the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit in one divine essence, forms the foundation for understanding a relational and transformative spiritual life. The purpose of this study is to demonstrate how the concept of the Trinity is applied in the everyday life of Christians, particularly in practices such as contemplation that draws one closer to God, building church communities that reflect unity and diversity, and engaging in bold acts of compassion toward others. The methodology involves a theological literature review with a focus on systematic theology and pastoral application, as well as practical analysis of how Trinitarian teachings are implemented within the church and broader society. The results show that contemplation, community, and compassion are not only theological concepts but are actively practiced in ways that connect Christians to the Trinitarian life. By living out the teachings of the Trinity, Christians are invited into relational support, reflecting God's love, and transforming the world through courageous and sacrificial acts of love. This study contributes by providing a theological framework that connects the doctrine of the Trinity with Christian practices of contemplation, community, and compassion, offering both spiritual insights and practical applications for living out Trinitarian love in everyday life.
Reading the Bible as Women - The Impact of Male Authorship, Male Dominance and Female Absence in the Text Michelle Eastwood
QUAERENS: Journal of Theology and Christianity Studies Vol 7 No 1 (2025): Vol.7 No.1 (2024): QUAERENS: Journal of Theology and Christianity Studies
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.46362/quaerens.v7i1.266

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This research project explores the complex interplay between Aboriginal spirituality, Christian theology, and feminist biblical hermeneutics. It examines how cultural biases, particularly concerning gender, shape interpretations of biblical texts and impact contemporary social issues. The project analyzes the portrayal of women in the Bible, challenging traditional interpretations that perpetuate gender inequality. By integrating insights from Aboriginal spiritual traditions and feminist perspectives, this study seeks to develop more inclusive and contextually relevant readings of Scripture. It investigates the potential for intercultural dialogue between Aboriginal spirituality and Christian theology, offering new avenues for understanding biblical texts and promoting social justice. The project critiques the influence of gender ideology on biblical translations and the lectionary, advocating for more equitable representation of women in religious discourse. Finally, it connects biblical interpretation to contemporary social issues, demonstrating how gendered understandings impact lived experiences and perpetuate systemic inequalities. This research contributes to a more nuanced and liberative understanding of biblical texts, promoting greater inclusivity, and social justice.
READER-RESPONSE CRITICISM: THE ROLE OF THE AUTHOR, TEXT AND READER IN INTERPRETATION Willis, Fitzroy
QUAERENS: Journal of Theology and Christianity Studies Vol 7 No 1 (2025): Vol.7 No.1 (2024): QUAERENS: Journal of Theology and Christianity Studies
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.46362/quaerens.v7i1.271

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Reader-Response Criticism (RRC) examines how meaning is derived from texts, emphasizing the roles of the author, text, and reader in interpretation. Traditionally, RRC scholarship has focused on the interaction between text and reader, with minimal attention to the author’s role. This paper broadens the scope to include the author alongside the text and reader, offering a more comprehensive analysis of RRC in biblical interpretation. Using historical and contemporary RRC perspectives, this study categorizes interpretive approaches into conservative, moderate, and liberal, each with varying emphases on the author, text, and reader. The article analyzes key theories in conservative RRC, which prioritize the author’s intent, moderate RRC, which balances reader and text, and liberal RRC, which centers the reader’s interpretation. Findings reveal significant implications for understanding scriptural and literary texts, where the choice of RRC approach shapes interpretive outcomes and highlights potential conflicts between subjective and objective readings. This study contributes to the field by providing a structured framework for RRC, underscoring the complexity of meaning-making and advancing critical discourse on the interpretive process.
Impact of Charismatology and Pentecostalism on Third Millennial Christianity in Africa Clement Chinkambako Abenguni Majawa
QUAERENS: Journal of Theology and Christianity Studies Vol 7 No 2 (2025): Vol 7 No 2 (2025): QUAERENS: Journal of Theology and Christianity Studies
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.46362/quaerens.v7i2.280

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The Catholic Charismatic Renewal (CCR) has emerged as one of the fastest-growing movements within the universal Church, particularly in Africa. This article examines the biblical, ecclesiological, and social foundations of CCR in the context of third-millennium African Christianity. Drawing from Scripture, patristic tradition, Vatican II teachings, and African communal values, the article argues that CCR is not an alien import but a legitimate expression of the Church’s Pentecostal nature. The study employs a theological and socio-ecclesial analysis to demonstrate that the gifts of the Holy Spirit—when properly discerned and guided by Church authority—serve as effective means for personal renewal, deeper evangelization, and holistic societal transformation. The article concludes that Africa’s rich spiritual worldview and communal ethos provide fertile ground for an authentic, inculturated Charismatic spirituality that can contribute significantly to global Pentecostal and Charismatic Christianity. This research makes two original contributions to the scholarly discourse. First, it systematically synthesizes the biblical, ecclesiological, and social foundations of CCR within an integrated theological framework, filling a gap in the literature that has previously treated these three dimensions separately. Second, it offers an inculturation framework for CCR in Africa that respects local wisdom while preserving Catholic identity, thereby providing an original contribution to the global discourse on Pentecostalism and Charismatic movements in the Global South.
ARE WOMEN DOGS? : The Reality of Racism in Indonesia Reviewed from Matthew 15:21-28 Yusak Tanasyah
QUAERENS: Journal of Theology and Christianity Studies Vol 7 No 2 (2025): Vol 7 No 2 (2025): QUAERENS: Journal of Theology and Christianity Studies
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.46362/quaerens.v7i2.281

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This study explores the theme of discrimination based on ethnicity and religion as reflected in Matthew 15:21-28, particularly in the Indonesian context. The background to the problem lies in the persistent social issues surrounding discrimination in various forms, which can be seen as a reflection of deeper cultural and theological gaps. The purpose of this study is to analyze the text of Matthew 15: 21-28 in relation to contemporary discrimination issues and to obtain messages that can contribute to the promotion of inclusiveness and understanding in Indonesian society. This study uses the method of textual analysis of the scriptures along with socio-cultural examination of the current landscape in Indonesia. Through this approach, the study identifies key themes and insights in biblical narratives that resonate with the modern experience of marginalized groups. The results show that the section challenges prevailing attitudes towards discrimination and calls for a reevaluation of social norms. It highlights the importance of compassion and the recognition of shared humanity, offering a theological foundation for overcoming discrimination.
BRIDGING FAITH AND PRAXIS: Everyday Theology and the Cultural Mandate in Post-Suramadu Madura Ana Budi Kristiani; Njoo Tomas Wibowo; Isak Suria; Beanto Benny; Vian Klasia Wenno
QUAERENS: Journal of Theology and Christianity Studies Vol 7 No 2 (2025): Vol 7 No 2 (2025): QUAERENS: Journal of Theology and Christianity Studies
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.46362/quaerens.v7i2.414

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This study examines the role of everyday theology in relation to the cultural mandate and its practical implementation in post-Suramadu Madura. Employing a descriptive qualitative approach, data were collected through questionnaires distributed to five churches. The findings indicate that while theological understanding of culture (100%), creation (80%), and economy (80%) is relatively strong, its practical implementation across key sectors remains limited, including agriculture (20%), livestock (0%), tourism (20%), education (20%), and healthcare (40%). These results reveal a significant gap between theological understanding and ecclesial praxis. This study argues that everyday theology can function as a praxis-oriented framework that enables churches to engage more contextually and holistically with socio-economic realities. It contributes to practical theology by demonstrating how everyday theology bridges the gap between theological reflection and lived practice in the post-Suramadu Madurese context.
PENGGEMBALAAN SEBAGAI MANIFESTASI ANUGERAH ALLAH: Studi Teologis–Eksegetis terhadap Yohanes 21:15–17 Gerbin Tamba; Janes Sinaga; Juita Lusiana Sinambela
QUAERENS: Journal of Theology and Christianity Studies Vol 7 No 2 (2025): Vol 7 No 2 (2025): QUAERENS: Journal of Theology and Christianity Studies
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.46362/quaerens.v7i2.137

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Shepherding constitutes a central dimension of church life; however, it is frequently reduced to administrative and functional roles in contemporary practice. This study critically examines shepherding as a manifestation of God’s grace through a theological–exegetical analysis of John 21:15–17. Employing a qualitative approach, this research integrates biblical exegesis with a lexical analysis of key Greek terms, particularly ἀγαπάω, φιλέω, and ποιμαίνω, to explore the theological foundation of pastoral ministry. The findings demonstrate that shepherding is not grounded in human competence or institutional authority but in a relationship of love initiated and sustained by divine grace. The pastoral mandate given to Peter reflects a grace-centered dynamic in which love becomes the essential basis for responsibility. Furthermore, shepherding is understood as a continuous and holistic vocation encompassing nurturing, guiding, protecting, and teaching the congregation. This study contributes to pastoral theology by offering an exegetically grounded and theologically integrated framework that interprets shepherding as a manifestation of God’s grace. It also provides a conceptual foundation for contemporary pastoral ministry to embody Christ-centered leadership rooted in relational love and divine initiative.
NEW CREATION AND LIFE TRANSFORMATION IN CHRIST: An Exegetical Study of en Christo in 2 Corinthians 5:17 Susanto Dwiraharjo; Lim Jae Young
QUAERENS: Journal of Theology and Christianity Studies Vol 7 No 2 (2025): Vol 7 No 2 (2025): QUAERENS: Journal of Theology and Christianity Studies
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.46362/quaerens.v7i2.400

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The inconsistency between Christian confession and daily conduct calls for a biblically grounded understanding of life transformation. This study examines the meaning of the phrase en Christo (“in Christ”) in 2 Corinthians 5:17 using grammatical and lexical exegesis. The analysis shows that the phrase denotes not merely a positional union with Christ but a dynamic, participatory relationship resulting in kainē ktisis—a new creation. The perfect tense of gegonen (“has become”) indicates that the new reality has already arrived, while the aorist parelthen (“passed away”) marks a decisive break with the old. This transformation is not superficial moral improvement but a radical, divinely wrought renewal that affects identity, character, and daily practice. The study contributes to practical theology by grounding life renewal in textual analysis rather than abstract doctrine.
CHURCH AND CHURCH BUILDING: Interview-Based Meanings Among Minority Catholics, Pinang Parish, Tangerang, Indonesia Fransiskus Sule; Karel Wunardi
QUAERENS: Journal of Theology and Christianity Studies Vol 8 No 1 (2026): Vol 8 No 1 (2026): QUAERENS: Journal of Theology and Christianity Studies
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.46362/quaerens.v8i1.333

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This study investigates what the church building means for the Catholic faithful of Pinang Parish, Tangerang (Archdiocese of Jakarta). Using semi-structured interviews with seventeen parishioners and a phenomenological thematic analysis, it adopts a phenomenological–theological approach to interpret how the building is lived within everyday faith. Five themes emerged: identity, communion, stability, sacredness, and fulfillment. Participants describe the new church as making the community public and recognizable (“now we can point and say, this is our church”), gathering ministries into a stable locus for fellowship and service, and relieving the insecurity of rotating or provisional worship spaces. They also speak of an atmosphere that disposes reverence and of a sense of arrival after a long struggle for official permission to build. Wallenfang’s notion of paradox clarifies this experience: the church is held together as a concrete structure and as a sacramental sign—visible and fragile, yet experienced as mediating God’s dwelling that exceeds visibility. For a minority community, the building thus embodies perseverance and joy while reconfiguring how the faithful understand themselves as Church. The study advances ecclesiological reflection on sacred architecture by offering a bottom-up account of how lay experience and contested building processes shape ecclesial self-understanding, with relevance to wider debates on disputed worship spaces in minority contexts.

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