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INDONESIA
Berkat : Jurnal Pendidikan Agama dan Katolik
ISSN : 30638747     EISSN : 30638755     DOI : 10.61132
Core Subject : Religion, Education,
sebuah terbitan akademik yang mengeksplorasi peran penting pendidikan agama, khususnya dalam konteks ajaran Katolik
Articles 23 Documents
Keselamatan Sebagai Ketentuan Allah Semata (Monergisme) VS Keselamatan Hasil Kontribusi Manusia (Sinergisme):Analisis Teologi Paulus Clara Silambi; Christin Meli Sartika; Emilisa Ponda
Berkat : Jurnal Pendidikan Agama dan Katolik Vol. 2 No. 2 (2025): Berkat : Jurnal Pendidikan Agama dan Katolik
Publisher : Asosiasi Riset Ilmu Pendidikan Agama dan Filsafat Indonesia

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.61132/berkat.v2i2.1157

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This journal was written with the aim of discussing Paul's theology of God's salvation, monergism and synergism. Reviewing Paul's theology of God's true salvation will lead people to a fundamental understanding and strengthen one's hold on being a Christian. There is an understanding that salvation is a human effort and God's work (Synerism). Basically, salvation is the work of God in freeing man from sin. For by the grace of God salvation is wrought, that is, by the sacrifice and redemption of His Only Begotten Son, Jesus Christ. So through this writing, man must hold fast that salvation is a gift from God, not a human effort. This writing method uses a qualitative method through library search, through text sources, such as academic journals, books, papers, and other related literature available in the library.
Dualitas Peran Pemimpin Kristen Menavigasi Kepemimpinan Adat dan Tuntutan Organisasi Modern Yan Rigel Para'pean; Imelda Toda; Lusiana Paembong; Ludiana Ludiana; Refania Tonglolangi
Berkat : Jurnal Pendidikan Agama dan Katolik Vol. 2 No. 2 (2025): Berkat : Jurnal Pendidikan Agama dan Katolik
Publisher : Asosiasi Riset Ilmu Pendidikan Agama dan Filsafat Indonesia

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.61132/berkat.v2i2.1158

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Christian leaders in Indonesia are often faced with a complex duality of roles, where they must navigate the demands of tradition-based and consensus-based customary leadership with modern organizational expectations that emphasize efficiency and formal procedures. This gap creates significant tension in leadership practice. This research aims to (1) theoretically analyze the points of tension and potential synergies between the two leadership models, and (2) synthesize a conceptual framework containing practical strategies to harmonize the two roles. The method used in this study is qualitative with a literature review approach, which in-depth analyzes various relevant academic sources. The results of the study show that the main tension lies in differences in authority bases, decision-making processes, and value priorities. As a solution, this study formulates a navigation framework that is based on the leader's mindset as a "bridge", grounded in theological principles, and implemented through practical strategies such as acculturation and contextual communication. It is recommended that leaders equip themselves with cross-cultural competence and that theological educational institutions develop a more contextual curriculum.
Reinterpretasi Spiritualitas Bate dalam Pemberkatan Gereja Katolik di Tana Toraja: Telaah Hermeneutik Abraham, Agustinus
Berkat : Jurnal Pendidikan Agama dan Katolik Vol. 2 No. 3 (2025): Agustus: Berkat : Jurnal Pendidikan Agama dan Katolik
Publisher : Asosiasi Riset Ilmu Pendidikan Agama dan Filsafat Indonesia

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.61132/berkat.v2i3.1243

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This article explores the spirituality of the bate symbol within the context of the blessing of Catholic church buildings in Tana Toraja as a concrete form of inculturation of the Christian faith into local culture. Originally, bate functioned as a religious symbol in traditional Toraja ceremonies for inaugurating tongkonan (ancestral houses). Over time, however, this symbol has been adopted and reinterpreted in Catholic liturgical celebrations, particularly during church blessing rituals. The study employs a qualitative method using a literature review and applies Paul Ricoeur’s hermeneutical framework, which consists of three stages: the world of the interpreter, the world of the text, and appropriation. The analysis reveals that bate can be understood as a cultural text rich in spiritual meaning. Traditionally, it symbolizes a connection between heaven and earth as well as cosmic power. Within the perspective of Christian inculturation, bate undergoes symbolic reinterpretation, representing values of faith such as the Trinity, the cross, the Eucharist, the Holy Scripture, and Jesus Christ as the mediator of salvation. The incorporation of bate in Catholic liturgy is not merely a cultural adaptation but a tangible manifestation of the encounter between faith and culture, achieved in a contextual and symbolic manner within Torajan society. This study affirms the significance of inculturation in proclaiming the Gospel in a way that is relevant and grounded, without compromising the core essence of Catholic faith. Furthermore, it recommends further research on other local symbols to enrich the dialogue between faith and culture in pastoral contexts.

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