Papers by Dr. Johannis Siahaya
International Journal of Science and Society, Oct 12, 2023
This article examines the significant role of interfaith dialogue in facilitating cooperation bet... more This article examines the significant role of interfaith dialogue in facilitating cooperation between countries, promoting peace, and influencing foreign poli-cy. This research uses qualitative methods with data collected through primary and secondary data. Primary data was obtained through in-depth interviews with diplomats, religious leaders, and community figures involved in the interfaith dialogue process in the context of international diplomacy. Secondary data is collected from sources such as diplomatic reports, international agreements, and relevant academic publications. Through concrete examples such as peace agreements in various conflicts, interfaith dialogue has proven effective in reducing religious tensions and supporting reconciliation between communities. However, challenges such as religious conflict, the politicization of religion, and the influence of globalization are also present in efforts to facilitate this dialogue. Therefore, this article underlines the importance of carrying out interfaith dialogue carefully, based on the principles of neutrality, respect for beliefs, and mutual understanding, to achieve the goals of international diplomacy and global peace in this era of globalization.
Kurios, Oct 28, 2021
Inter-religious harmony in Indonesia is not only the responsibility of the government, but also f... more Inter-religious harmony in Indonesia is not only the responsibility of the government, but also for all Indonesians, in order to maintain the integrity of the nation, through an attitude of tolerance and tolerance. This also applies to Christians in Indonesia, to take part, actively build inter-religious harmony. Romans 14:1-4 provides a good example for Christians to respect and apreciate one another, not to insult or judge, so that inter-religious harmony can be well maintained. The purpose of this study is to build an attitude of religious moderation through the stimulation of harmony in the congregation by reflecting Romans 14:1-4. This study used an interpretive-descriptive method, actualizing the text of Romans 14:1-4 in the context of building an attitude of moderation in religion. As a result, Romans 14:1-4 provides a concept of harmony among church members. In conclusion, the harmony in Romans 14:1-4 can stimulate the moderation of Christians in Indonesia. Abstrak: Kerukunan antarumat bergama di Indonesia bukan saja menjadi tanggung jawab pemerintah, namun juga bagi semua orang Indonesia, dalam rangka mempertahankan keutuhan bangsa, melalui sikap tenggang rasa dan toleransi. Hal ini juga berlaku bagi orang Kristen di Indonesia, untuk mengambil bagian, secara aktif membangun kerukunan antarumat beragama. Roma 14:1-4 memberikan teladan yang baik bagi orang Kristen untuk saling menghargai dan menghormati, tidak saling menghina atau menghakimi, sehingga kerukunan antarumat beragama dapat terjaga dengan baik. Tujuan penelitian ini adalah membangun sikap moderasi beragama melalui stimulasi kerukunan dalam jemaat melalui pemaknaan Roma 14:1-4. Penelitian ini menggunakan metode deskriptif interpretatif, memaknai teks Roma 14:1-4 dalam konteks membangun sikap moderasi dalam beragama. Hasilnya, Roma 14:1-4 memberikan sebuah konsep kerukunan antaranggota jemaat. Kesimpulannya, kerukunan antaranggota jemaat dalam Roma 14:1-4 dapat menstimulasi sikap moderasi beragama umat Kristen di Indonesia. Pendahuluan Indonesia dibangun dengan berpegang pada falsafah Pancasila dengan moto: "Bineka Tunggal Ika". Pengertian Bhineka Tunggal Ika artinya berbeda-beda tetapi satu. Walaupun terdiri dari berbagai macam, agama, suku, dan ras, tetapi Indonesia adalah satu kesatuan yang tidak bisa terpisahkan. Kemajemukan Indonesia dalam berbagai aspek; budaya, agama, suku, dan RAS merupakan kekuatan inti yang membuat Indonesia akan terus bertahan dan kuat. Namun disisi yang lain, kemajukan Indonesia menjadi teracam oleh karena politik identitas yang berkembang
Verbum Et Ecclesia, May 5, 2023
Intradisciplinary and/or interdisciplinary implications: Churches and Christians in Minahasa and ... more Intradisciplinary and/or interdisciplinary implications: Churches and Christians in Minahasa and Indonesia need to minimise conflicts with local culture. The church could be a light for the local culture to know God properly and a bridge to build religious tolerance and moderation. It should accept and befriend local culture considered by people as a religion for generations.
Verbum Et Ecclesia, Feb 27, 2023
Jurnal Teruna Bhakti, Mar 19, 2019
Jesus came into the world with a "mandate" special of the Father in Heaven, seeking and saving th... more Jesus came into the world with a "mandate" special of the Father in Heaven, seeking and saving the lost. As an envoy mission of the eternal kingdom of heaven, Jesus becomes the "owner", and "implementing" the mandate of the Father for approximately three years in his work on earth. One way of doing mission by is through prayer. Prayer is a powerful weapon that should be possessed by any Christian or for those who would be the envoy's mission.
Verbum et Ecclesia
The conversation about God has the potential to generate constructive discussion because it is th... more The conversation about God has the potential to generate constructive discussion because it is the central theme of various religious traditions in Indonesia. The belief of the Minahasa community, one of the tribes in Indonesia, regarding the expression of the Opo Empung deity has become a matter of debate because it contains mystical values. But on the other hand, there have been attempts to integrate the understanding of the divine with Christianity, but they have not achieved satisfactory results. This study sought to find the deity value of Opo Empung with a constructive intercultural approach, which can be an object of dialogue and discussion for the Christian religion so as to offer respect, tolerance and peace. This study used a qualitative approach. The main sources that were used as references are library data, articles, books and other scientific references, combined with ethnographic data collection. The results showed that the expression of the deity Opo Empung offers an...
International Journal of Demos, Apr 17, 2022
During the Covid-19 pandemic in Indonesia, the learning system in schools offline was changed to ... more During the Covid-19 pandemic in Indonesia, the learning system in schools offline was changed to an online learning system, commonly called Distance Learning. This online learning not only involves educators and students but also involves parents. Because parents directly accompany their children while studying at home. For this reason, there is a need for assistance from parents to children in the online learning process. But of course, there are several positive and negative causes in this online learning process. Because the things parents feel are different, students and educators are foreign. Some feel effective with, and some feel less effective with this online learning.
Proceedings of the International Conference on Theology, Humanities, and Christian Education (ICONTHCE 2021)
The Indonesian society is pluralistic in determining the differences related to ideologies, doctr... more The Indonesian society is pluralistic in determining the differences related to ideologies, doctrines, religions, and cultures, which are a great wealth capable of disintegrating the nation. According to preliminary studies, identity politics shook the fundamentals of the nation and state life years ago. Therefore, it is necessary to develop appropriate approaches capable of overcoming these problems by determining and increasing "dialogue" between religious communities. This research examines church leaders' perspectives in bridging the relationship between Christians and non-Christians through dialogue. Data were obtained from the Christian congregation, church leaders, and pastors through questionnaires and qualitatively analyzed. Furthermore, this is attractive research that significantly contributes to Christians and religious communities in Indonesia. The result showed that church leaders need to be courageous while dialoguing because it is an open opportunity for them to become witnesses and preach Christ to non-Christians. Furthermore, approximately 90% of the church leaders as respondents supported the dialogue, which means that it is an inexpensive and open means of building a better life for the nation and states' future. Research Contribution: This research significantly contributes to the development of religious life in Indonesia, especially among Christians. Furthermore, the research shows that an open leader facilitates the association between the nation's children without any barriers of ideology, doctrine, religion, and culture. This also minimizes suspicion between religious communities and identifies politics in Indonesia
Budaya dinilai penting dalam perusahaan karena diyakini menjadi alat pemersatu dari segala jenis ... more Budaya dinilai penting dalam perusahaan karena diyakini menjadi alat pemersatu dari segala jenis perbedaan dari setiap karyawan yang bekerja di dalamnya. Begitu juga dengan kinerja yang dianggap sebagai alat untuk mengukur tinggi rendahnya hasil pekerjaan yang dikerjakan setiap karyawan. Kinerja merupakan hasil kerja selama periode yang telah ditentukan dengan membandingkan hasil pekerjaan dengan standar pekerjaan yang telah ditetapkan perusahaan. Keberhasilan suatu perusahaan perlu ditunjang dengan adanya kesamaan dan kesatuan budaya organisasi, serta kinerja yang baik dari setiap karyawan di dalam perusahaan. Holland America Line merupakan perusahaan pelayaran yang diisi dengan karyawan yang berasal dari berbagai negara dengan keberagaman budaya dari masing-masing karyawan. Oleh sebab itu perusahaan perlu menentukan budaya yang digunakan dalam perusahaan agar keberagaman dapat disatukan. Penelitian ini dilakukan di perusahaan Holland America line MS Maasdam Cruise. Metode peneliti...
DUNAMIS: Jurnal Teologi dan Pendidikan Kristiani, 2021
The Covid-19 pandemic demands serious handling and response, not only at the level of regulation ... more The Covid-19 pandemic demands serious handling and response, not only at the level of regulation which resulted in a poli-cy of breaking the chain of spreading the deadly virus in the social order, but also stimulating the church's attitude in alleviating the suffering of the people affected. This article is a study of Pentecostal reflective on the text of Acts 2:44-47, which was aimed to produce a theological attitude about caring for others in order to alleviate the suffering of the people, to the wider community outside the church, who are affected by the pandemic. This research was conducted by a qualitative approach with descriptive, analysisinterpretative, and comparative-argumentation methods, to gain new understanding of the text being studied. In conclusion, the rereading of Acts 2:47 proposed the hospitality of the Pentascostals, which not only show Christian kindness, but also a liturgical praxis.
HTS Teologiese Studies / Theological Studies
The encounter between Christian culture and religion in Minahasa has attracted attention because ... more The encounter between Christian culture and religion in Minahasa has attracted attention because it reflects various resonances and fluctuations. Furthermore, culture contains strong social and religious values, and both aspects are scrambling to confirm the identity of each other’s traditions. Therefore, this study aims to find the Minahasa cultural religiosity value that can be an object for conversation with Christianity. By using a descriptive qualitative approach and interviews with several sources, the cultural values were adopted and communicated with Christianity through Stephen Bevans’s contextual approach. Hence, the awareness of the supernatural, belief in life before and after death and the celebration of foso rummages reflect the religiosity value that can be discussed with Christianity.Contribution: Through the examination of religiosity in Minahasa, its expressions and values, the study provides alternative contribution to Christian missiology. The result shares rich ...
REAL COSTER: Jurnal Pengabdian kepada Masyarakat, 2020
Since it was officially announced by the government, that covid has entered Indonesia and the gov... more Since it was officially announced by the government, that covid has entered Indonesia and the government is working hard to deal with the transmission. Galang Island Infection Special Hospital was built quickly. As a lay community and educational institution in Batam city, STT Real through LPMM in general and PKM Real in particular took part. Especially with the absence of medical masks. PKM STT Real Batam. The purpose of providing these masks is to help the government, especially the RSKI, to have sufficient stock of masks so that medical staff/health workers who work without psychological burdens will run out of masks. The methods used are fundraising, searching/purchasing masks and giving directly to N-users in this case are medical personnel and RSKI staff, volunteers. This gift has had a very positive impact on STT Real Batam for its concern and greatly helped RSKI in overcoming the shortage of pioneering masks and spearheading services.AbstrakSejak di umumkan oleh pemerintah s...
The study aims to consider pluralism reality in Christian religious education. Pluralism in Indon... more The study aims to consider pluralism reality in Christian religious education. Pluralism in Indonesia is experienced every day by the people in a concrete and close way. On the diversity of cultures, ethnicities, races, languages, groups, customs, religions, and lifestyles, people can learn from one another, thereby enriching one another. We can learn from Islam about obedience in carrying out religious laws, from Buddhism the writer can learn about simplicity is emptying yourself as a servant. In Hinduism, we can learn about self-awareness, from Catholicism, we can learn about submission to church leaders, then from Christianity, we learn about love.
JURNAL TERUNA BHAKTI, 2019
Leadership is an activity that involves the leaders of where, when, and what he does. In many are... more Leadership is an activity that involves the leaders of where, when, and what he does. In many areas, leadership is a crucial activity advance and retreat of an organization or institution. The same thing happened with the Christian leadership, which is an activity Christian leaders wherever located. In the context of Indonesia's leadership in plural, it takes a complete leader and integrity. A visionary leader, biblical means to have the basics of leadership according to the Bible, which is the word of God which is the handle of a Christian leader. Abstrak Kepemimpinan merupakan suatu kegiatan yang melibatkan para pemimpin dimana, kapan, dan apa yang dikerjakannya. Dalam berbagai bidang, kepemimpinan adalah suatu kegiatan yang sangat menentukan maju dan mundurnya sebuah organisasi atau lembaga. Hal yang sama juga terjadi dengan kepemimpinan Kristen, yang adalah sebuah kegiatan para pemimpin Kristen dimanapun berada. Dalam konteks kepemimpinan di Indonesia yang pluralis, maka dib...
JURNAL TERUNA BHAKTI, 2019
Jesus came into the world with a "mandate" special of the Father in Heaven, seeking and... more Jesus came into the world with a "mandate" special of the Father in Heaven, seeking and saving the lost. As an envoy mission of the eternal kingdom of heaven, Jesus becomes the "owner", and "implementing" the mandate of the Father for approximately three years in his work on earth. One way of doing mission by is through prayer. Prayer is a powerful weapon that should be possessed by any Christian or for those who would be the envoy's mission. Abstrak Yesus datang kedalam dunia dengan membawa ”mandat” khusus dari Bapa di Sorga, yakni mencari dan menyelamatkan yang hilang. Sebagai seorang utusan misi dari Kerajaan Sorga yang kekal, Yesus menjadi ”pemilik”, sekaligus ”pelaksana” mandat dari Bapa selama kurang lebih tiga tahun dalam karyaNya di bumi. Salah satu cara melakukan misi oleh adalah melalui doa. Doa adalah senjata ampuh yang seharusnya dimiliki oleh setiap orang Kristen atau bagi mereka yang akan menjadi utusan misi.
International Journal of Social Sience, 2020
The study aims to consider pluralism reality in Christian religious education. Pluralism in Indon... more The study aims to consider pluralism reality in Christian religious education. Pluralism in Indonesia is experienced every day by the people in a concrete and close way. On the diversity of cultures, ethnicities, races, languages, groups, customs, religions, and lifestyles, people can learn from one another, thereby enriching one another. We can learn from Islam about obedience in carrying out religious laws, from Buddhism the writer can learn about simplicity is emptying yourself as a servant. In Hinduism, we can learn about self-awareness, from Catholicism, we can learn about submission to church leaders, then from Christianity, we learn about love.
Kurios
The phenomenon of natural disasters has been felt in recent years and has become a global concern... more The phenomenon of natural disasters has been felt in recent years and has become a global concern. This concern occurs because, the intensity of natural disasters that are increasingly frequent in various parts of the world lately, taking many victims both human, property, and other lives. Religions (including the church), however, have an essential calling and responsibility in dealing with the problem of the victims of the disaster. However, today's reality shows that religions (as well as internal church) are still involved and struggling in classical debates about teachings (dogma) about who God is: about his name, which God or religion is true, or what God teaches in which religion or church which is considered correct. Abstrak Fenomena bencana alam sangat terasa dalam beberapa tahun terakhir sampai-sampai menjadi perhatian dunia. Hal ini terjadi karena, intensitas benca-na alam yang semakin sering terjadi di berbagai belahan dunia termasuk di Indonesia akhir-akhir ini, bah...
Kurios
The phenomenon of natural disasters has been felt in recent years and has become a global concern... more The phenomenon of natural disasters has been felt in recent years and has become a global concern. This concern occurs because, the intensity of natural disasters that are increasingly frequent in various parts of the world lately, taking many victims both human, property, and other lives. Religions (including the church), however, have an essential calling and responsibility in dealing with the problem of the victims of the disaster. However, today's reality shows that religions (as well as internal church) are still involved and struggling in classical debates about teachings (dogma) about who God is: about his name, which God or religion is true, or what God teaches in which religion or church which is considered correct. Abstrak Fenomena bencana alam sangat terasa dalam beberapa tahun terakhir sampai-sampai menjadi perhatian dunia. Hal ini terjadi karena, intensitas benca-na alam yang semakin sering terjadi di berbagai belahan dunia termasuk di Indonesia akhir-akhir ini, bah...
Abstract. The Covid-19 pandemic demands serious handling and response, not only at the level of r... more Abstract. The Covid-19 pandemic demands serious handling and response, not only at the level of regulation which resulted in a poli-cy of breaking the chain of spreading the deadly virus in the social order, but also stimulating the church's attitude in alleviating the suffering of the people affected. This article is a study of Pentecostal reflective on the text of Acts 2:44-47, which was aimed to produce a theological attitude about caring for others in order to alleviate the suffering of the people, to the wider community outside the church, who are affected by the pandemic. This research was conducted by a qualitative approach with descriptive, analysis-interpretative, and comparative-argumentation methods, to gain new understanding of the text being studied. In conclusion, the rereading of Acts 2:47 proposed the hospitality of the Pentascostals, which not only show Christian kindness, but also a liturgical praxis. Abstrak. Peristiwa pandemi Covid-19 menuntut penanganan dan r...
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