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ISSN : 27226336     EISSN : 27233855     DOI : Prefix 10.26593
Core Subject : Religion, Humanities,
Religion Humanities
FOCUS or FOCUS: Theological Studies is an open-access journal covering multidisciplinary, interdisciplinary, and trans-disciplinary studies of religion in the field of theology. Theology is a field of study that examines logically the doctrines of faith in religions that are connected to the context of the problems of contemporary society in this world. This theological study, first, is transformative theology which is empirical scientific reflection. Second, it is contemporary theology that has an actual and solution role in contemporary social reality. Therefore, the focus and scope of publication of FOCUS are based on rigorous research, accountable methodologies, and new findings based on good scientific ethical standards in the disciplines of the study of religions in the field of theology.
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Seminari Tinggi Fermentum : Kebersatuan Calon Imam Ragam Budaya, Satu Silih Asih Felix, Fransiskus; Viktorahadi, R.F. Bhanu
FOCUS Vol. 5 No. 2 (2024): Focus
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.26593/focus.v5i2.8154

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This research discusses the cultural differences of each candidates of priest at Fermentum Major Seminary. Cultural differences are a challenge for efforts to unify the vision with the Fermentum Major Seminary formation program. By using the unifying elements offered by the RFIS document, the candidates of priest create unity among community members with an attitude of ‘Silih Asih’. ‘Silih Asih’ is a Sundanese philosophy that continues to be lived by the people of West Java. This research uses empirical research methods, observations, a logical thinking framework which is manifested in a sequence of narratives, descriptions and analysis. This method is complemented by literature study. Empirical research was carried out using short interviews to find out valid data from each members regarding their place of origin and ethnicity, pastoral care together with the congregation. As a result, good and correct processing is needed in dealing with these differences. The element of unity offered by the Church’s document Ratio Fundamentalis Institutionis Sacerdotalis (RFIS) and the Guidelines for the Formation of Candidates for Priests in the Bandung Diocese help the candidates of priest to find unity of vision with the seminary institution and the pastoral vision of the Bishop of Bandung. The development of an attitude of compassion must be carried out and lived by members at the Fermentum Major Seminary of the Bandung Diocese.
Jalan Raya Pos dan Jalan Daendels: Infrastruktur Kolonial dalam Perspektif Pacem in Terris Prasetyo , Paulinus Herlambang
FOCUS Vol. 5 No. 2 (2024): Focus
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.26593/focus.v5i2.8267

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The digital era triggers an anthropology crisis of the body. This is marked by the emergence of views on the objectification of the body and the commodification of sexuality, where the human body is reduced to an object of consumption and exploitation. Phenomena such as pornography, body image culture, and unrealistic beauty standards obscure the spiritual meaning of the body as a divine creation. These issues lead to a degradation of understanding regarding the values of marriage, sexuality, and human relationships. This study aims to examine the relevance of John Paul II’s Theology of the Body as a solution to these phenomena. John Paul II's teachings, rooted in a profound reflection on the Scriptures, position the body as a medium for revealing love and self-giving. The body is not merely understood as a biological reality but also as a spiritual and transcendent dimension that reflects God's love. Through concepts such as the spousal meaning of the body and humanity’s call to live in purity of heart, the Theology of the Body offers a holistic and profound perspective on the body, sexuality, and human relationships. This study employs a literature review method, analyzing 129 catecheses of John Paul II alongside various modern social phenomena. The findings demonstrate that the Theology of the Body restores the dignity of the human body by opposing objectification and exploitation while promoting loving relationships that are dignified and sacred. By understanding the body as a sacrament of love that reflects the human identity as God’s image, John Paul II’s Theology of the Body serves not only as a theological solution but also as a practical response to social, cultural, and moral challenges in the modern era.
Pendampingan Orang Muda Katolik (OMK) Masa Kini: Menghadapi Keseimbangan Antara Duniawi dan Rohani: Pendekatan Holistik dalam Pendampingan Orang Muda Katolik Sutrisno, Agustinus Damas Adi
FOCUS Vol. 5 No. 2 (2024): Focus
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.26593/focus.v5i2.8354

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Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengkaji pentingnya pembinaan iman bagi Orang Muda Katolik (OMK) dalam menghadapi tantangan duniawi dan rohani, serta mengidentifikasi strategi untuk mencapai keseimbangan di antara keduanya. Metode penelitian yang digunakan mencakup pendekatan kualitatif yang melibatkan pengumpulan data melalui keterlibatan langsung dan wawancara pada Paroki Santo Matheus, Depok, Jawa Barat. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa OMK sering mengalami ketegangan antara tuntutan duniawi dan rohani, yang memerlukan pembinaan iman yang kontekstual dan adaptif. Pendekatan holistik yang mencakup doa, refleksi pengalaman, dan pengembangan karakter telah efektif dalam membantu OMK menyeimbangkan kedua aspek tersebut. Penelitian ini memberikan kontribusi praktis bagi pendamping iman dalam mendukung pengembangan OMK, sekaligus menawarkan wawasan akademis untuk memperkuat studi pembinaan iman. Dengan pendekatan yang relevan dan kontekstual, penelitian ini mendukung peran OMK sebagai anggota aktif Gereja dan masyarakat di era modern.
Agustinus Indra Sakramen Rekonsiliasi sebagai Sarana Pengudusan: Telaah atas Fenomena Umat dalam Menerimanya di Paroki Santa Maria Fatima Sentul: Tantangan, Pemahaman Umat, dan Solusi Pastoral di Paroki Santa Maria Fatima Sentul, Jawa Barat Indra, Agustinus
FOCUS Vol. 5 No. 2 (2024): Focus
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.26593/focus.v5i2.8356

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Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengkaji tantangan perubahan budaya terhadap praktik dan pemahaman umat tentang sakramen rekonsiliasi di Paroki Santa Maria Fatima Sentul, Bogor, Jawa Barat. Penelitian ini menggunakan metode kualitatif dengan teknik pengumpulan data berupa wawancara mendalam, observasi, dan studi dokumen. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa umat enggan mengaku dosa karena beberapa kendala, seperti rasa malu di hadapan imam, pemahaman dangkal tentang dosa yang hanya dianggap sebagai benar atau salah tanpa mempertimbangkan dampaknya terhadap relasi dengan Allah, serta pengaruh relativisme moral yang mengaburkan kesadaran akan dosa objektif. Solusi pastoral yang ditawarkan meliputi katekese yang menekankan peran imam sebagai pengajar utama, penyampaian teologi sakramen yang relevan dengan konteks umat, dan penjelasan tentang perlindungan rahasia peniten. Kontribusi penelitian ini memberikan panduan praktis bagi pendamping pastoral dalam meningkatkan antusiasme umat terhadap sakramen rekonsiliasi, sekaligus menambah wawasan akademis terkait pendekatan pastoral dalam religious studies.
Pemahaman dan Praktik Sakramen Pengurapan Orang Sakit di Rumah Sakit Yogatama, Theodorus Agung
FOCUS Vol. 5 No. 2 (2024): Focus
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.26593/focus.v5i2.8437

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Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengeksplorasi pemahaman teologis dan praktik Sakramen Pengurapan Orang Sakit dalam Gereja Katolik, dengan fokus pada penerapannya di lingkungan rumah sakit. Metode penelitian yang digunakan adalah kualitatif dengan studi kasus di sebuah Rumah Sakit di Kota Bandung, Jawa Barat. Pengumpulan datanya melibatkan wawancara mendalam dengan pasien, keluarga mereka, dan petugas pastoral, serta analisis dokumen terkait. Temuan penelitian menunjukkan bahwa Sakramen Pengurapan Orang Sakit berperan penting sebagai sarana rahmat ilahi yang memberikan penghiburan, kekuatan spiritual, dan harapan bagi pasien, sekaligus memperkuat solidaritas komunitas iman. Selain itu, penelitian ini mengidentifikasi tantangan seperti kurangnya pemahaman akan makna sakramen ini dan keterbatasan tenaga pastoral dalam pelaksanaannya. Studi ini memberikan kontribusi dengan memperkaya pemahaman teologis dan praktis tentang Sakramen Pengurapan Orang Sakit serta menawarkan rekomendasi untuk meningkatkan implementasi sakramen ini di konteks pastoral, khususnya di rumah sakit.
Toward a More Hospitable Church: A Dialectic of the Ecclesiology of Bernard Lonergan (1904-1984) and Peter C. Phan (1943-…) Kristiatmo, Thomas
FOCUS Vol. 5 No. 2 (2024): Focus
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.26593/focus.v5i2.8494

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This article explores the interconnection between the phenomenon of migration and ecclesiology by analyzing the thoughts of Bernard Lonergan (1904-1984) and Peter C. Phan (1943- …). Utilizing qualitative method and literature study, this research seeks to elucidate how Lonergan’s idea of historical consciousness and Phan’s theological-ecclesiological reflection upon the Church could bring about a fresh understanding of the Church which is more hospitable and hence more inclusive. This is certainly not an easy task as the Church has undergone a lot of dynamics. Looking back at the history of this more-than-two-thousand-year-old institution, one will find that it is indeed a history laden with accounts of migrations. Consequently, while Phan’s project of doing a theological reflection on migration can pave the way towards a more hospitable Church, Lonergan’s proposal to resort to historical consciousness may serve as the key element in ecclesiology.
Maintaining Order in Religious Worship: Goffman's Perspective – A Review Article Ziaul Haq, Mochamad; Setia, Paelani
FOCUS Vol. 5 No. 2 (2024): Focus
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.26593/focus.v5i2.8892

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Sociological studies on religion have predominantly focused on macro-sociological approaches, emphasizing structural-functional aspects or conflicts. Consequently, these studies often center on religious movements or organizations and their roles in religious life, neglecting the dynamics of social interaction in everyday religious practices. Such dynamics illustrate how individuals and groups actively shape their religious experiences. However, a different perspective has been offered by Christopher M. Donnelly and Bradley R.E. Wright, who examine religion using a micro-sociological approach, specifically symbolic interactionism. Their study focuses on the dynamics of interruptions during Christian worship services and how congregants respond to such disturbances to uphold the proper conduct of worship. These responses aim to maintain a “self-image” and safeguard the church's reputation, as conceptualized by Erving Goffman. This review aims to inspire similar explorations in other religious contexts.
Rahmat Panggilan Misioner dalam Sakramen Penguatan:: Berdasarkan Penerima Sakramen di Paroki Mariae Beatae Virginis Katedral Bogor Tirtowijoyo, Gerald Prayugo
FOCUS Vol. 6 No. 1 (2025): Focus
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.26593/focus.v6i1.8438

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This study aims to explore and analyse the grace of the missionary calling within the Sacrament of Confirmation, focusing on the lived experiences of Confirmation recipients at the Parish of Beatae Mariae Virginis (BMV) Cathedral in Bogor, West Java. Employing a qualitative approach, the research involved in-depth interviews and questionnaires distributed to parishioners who had received the Sacrament of Confirmation, particularly among adolescents and adults. The findings reveal that the Sacrament of Confirmation is perceived not merely as a significant milestone in one’s Catholic faith journey, but also as a powerful impetus for active participation in missionary and ecclesial service. Recipients of the sacrament recognise their responsibility to bear witness to Christ through the guidance and empowerment of the Holy Spirit. This study affirms that the Sacrament of Confirmation holds profound relevance in fostering and strengthening the missionary spirit among Catholics, especially adolescent and adult recipients in the BMV Cathedral Parish of Bogor. The practical implications of these findings are expected to assist the Church in designing more effective accompaniment and formation programmes to nurture and sustain the missionary vocation of those who have received the Sacrament of Confirmation.
Living the Values of Mercy: Moral and Social Development in Indonesian Pesantren through the Yellow Book Tradition Kodir, Abdul; Shahruddin, Mohd Solahuddin
FOCUS Vol. 6 No. 1 (2025): Focus
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.26593/focus.v6i1.9285

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Pesantren, as a traditional Islamic educational institution, not only transfers religious knowledge but also instills moral and social values ​​that are in line with the principles of compassion, justice, and concern for others and the universe. The yellow book, as the main source of learning in pesantren, has a major role in translating the values ​​of Rahmatan Li al-Ālamīn into daily life practices. Through the teaching of fiqh, tasawuf, and other teachings, students not only understand religious theory but are also taught to practice these values ​​in their social interactions. The application of the concept of Rahmatan Li al-Ālamīn is also reflected in social life in pesantren, where students are taught to live together in harmony, help each other, and respect differences. Social activities carried out by pesantren, such as providing assistance to the community, show that this value of compassion applies not only to relationships between individuals but also to relationships with society at large. In addition, literacy in yellow books also makes a big contribution to the development of the character of students, by teaching moral and ethical values ​​that are in line with the principle of Rahmatan Li al-Ālamīn.
Between Love and Affection: Rahmatan Lil Alamin as a Transformative Axiological Framework in Global Education Mokhtar, Ahmad Baha' bin; Rahman, Mohammad Taufiq
FOCUS Vol. 6 No. 1 (2025): Focus
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.26593/focus.v6i1.9286

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This study explores the paradigm of Rahmatan Lil Alamin as a transformative axiological framework for reorienting global education in an era marked by instrumentalism, ecological crisis, and moral disintegration. Employing a descriptive qualitative method with a philosophical and interpretive literature-based approach, the paper critically examines how Islamic values of universal compassion, justice, and ethical responsibility can enrich and redirect the purpose of education beyond utilitarian ends. The findings reveal that when Rahmatan Lil Alamin is integrated into educational thought and practice, it enables the emergence of a holistic pedagogy that cultivates not only intellectual competence but also moral sensibility, ecological awareness, and spiritual depth. This paradigm positions education as a moral and civilizational project—one that fosters the formation of ethically grounded individuals committed to the common good. Rather than treating education as a neutral mechanism for economic mobility, Rahmatan Lil Alamin recasts it as an ethical vocation rooted in values that transcend religious, cultural, and disciplinary boundaries. The study contributes to the contemporary discourse on Islamic philosophy of education by constructing an integrative, value-based, and globally relevant framework for building an impactful, compassionate, and sustainable model of higher education.

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