Merenda Bangsa: Jurnal Transformasi Sosial

Kehidupan Beragama di Bolaang Mongondow Timur

2026-05-01T20:36:23+07:00

East Bolaang Mongondow Regency (Boltim) is a region rich in religious values and diversity. This article aims to describe the religious life of the Boltim community and the factors that maintain interfaith harmony in the area. Using descriptive qualitative methods, it was found that the traditional values of "Mototompiaan, Mototabian, bo Mototanoban" serve as a strong foundation for social integration. The study results indicate that religious moderation grows naturally through cultural interactions and the active role of religious leaders. In conclusion, harmony in Boltim is a synergy between local wisdom and a commitment to inclusive religiosity

Penyuluhan Dengan Menggunakan Artificial Intelligence

2026-05-01T20:36:23+07:00

Penggunaan AI dalam penyuluhan agama Kristen dapat membantu meningkatkan efektivitas, efisiensi, dan relevansi dari program penyuluhan tersebut. Namun, penting untuk mempertimbangkan implikasi etis dan moral dari penggunaan teknologi ini, serta memastikan bahwa penggunaan AI didasarkan pada prinsip-prinsip nilai-nilai agama Kristen

Peran Gereja di Daerah Terpencil

2026-05-01T20:36:23+07:00

Churches in remote areas often play a role that goes beyond traditional religious institutions. In areas with limited access to infrastructure and government services, churches serve as a key pillar of human development. This article aims to analyze the multifaceted role of churches in education, health, and economic empowerment in remote areas. Through a desk study, it was found that churches function as mediators between communities and modernity without abandoning local cultural roots. The study's findings indicate that the church's holistic ministry approach can enhance community social resilience. In conclusion, strengthening the leadership capacity of local churches is crucial for sustainable transformation in remote areas.

Pemberdayaan Ekonomi Umat: Strategi dan Implementasi

2026-05-01T20:36:23+07:00

Community economic empowerment is a crucial aspect in realizing social welfare and community independence. This article aims to analyze various strategies and implementation models for effective economic empowerment for congregations and the wider community. Through a literature review, we found that strengthening financial literacy, developing community-based entrepreneurship, and optimizing microfinance institutions are key pillars. The study's findings indicate that successful empowerment requires an integration of religious ethical values and professional management. In conclusion, synergy between religious institutions, the government, and the private sector is essential to creating a resilient economic ecosystem.

Deteksi Dini Konflik Sosial Keagamaan di Kota Bitung

2026-05-01T20:38:46+07:00

Religious-tinged social conflict poses a serious threat to national integration and social stability. This article aims to examine effective early detection instruments and indicators for identifying potential interfaith tensions before they escalate into open conflict. Using a desk study, we found that strengthening community-based early warning systems and mapping key actors are crucial preventive measures. The study's findings demonstrate that dialogic communication and religious moderation literacy can reduce social prejudice. In conclusion, effective early detection requires a synergy between social intelligence vigilance and a cognitive-humanist approach at the grassroots level. a synergy between social intelligence vigilance and a cognitive-humanist approach at the grassroots level.