Christian Mindfulness and Mental Health: Coping through Sacred Traditions and Embodied Awareness

Mindfulness is increasingly implemented as a tool in mental health practice for coping and self-care. Some Christians worry that these practices might be in conflict with their own tradition, while other Christian contexts are reclaiming the contemplative aspects of the faith. Though clinicians are not trained to teach on religious topics and ethically must avoid pushing religion onto clients, conceptualization and research extend the benefits of mindfulness practices for religious clients. This paper will discuss the evidence for using mindfulness in mental health treatment and connect mindfulness to the Christian tradition. The authors explore how intentional awareness and embodiment of the present moment are supported in Christian theology through the incarnation of Jesus and God’s attention of the physical body in the Christian scriptures. The authors also discuss how sacraments and prayer naturally overlap with mindfulness practices for the dual purposes of emotional healing and spiritual growth. To bolster the benefits of mindfulness in the psychological and religious realms, the purpose of this paper is to empower therapists to address client concerns of whether mindfulness is in conflict with Christianity, support clients in expanding current Christian religious coping, and provide Christian leaders with more information about how mindfulness elements are already present in Christian rituals and beliefs.

The Ignatian Pedagogical Paradigm and its Relevance for the Jesuit University

The article describes the seven characteristics that should identify a Jesuit university nowadays: 1) Pedagogical practices at Jesuit universities should promote authentic dialog and reconciliation; 2) Pedagogical practices at Jesuit universities should promote human excellence in every aspect of human life; 3) Pedagogical practices at Jesuit universities should promote exploration and discovery focused on and among disciplines; 4) Programs and practices at Jesuit universities should promote exploration and intercultural appreciation; 5) Jesuit universities should contribute both in theory and in practice to the promotion of justice in society as a whole and within society’s various institutions; 6) A Jesuit classroom should promote the construction of a global vision in students and professors; and 7) Internships and programs at Jesuit universities should promote authentic spiritual growth and faith development.Based on the key approaches of the Ignatian Pedagogical Paradigm (IPP) and having in view that this is not a prefabricated model ready to be applied, its particularities in higher education are contextualized in light of the reflections of the Society General Superiors.The characteristics or identifiers presented motivate educational institutions to build an identitythat responds to a long tradition of Jesuit education and constant renewal of their commitment toform leaders to heal a broken world.

Pengaruh Kemampuan Menghafal al-Qur’anTerhadap Konsentrasi Belajar Siswa Madrasah Ibtidaiyah Muhammadiyah 6 Ponorogo

Education is important for human existence because it broadens intellectual and spiritual perspectives. Education is very important not only for physical growth and development or human body, but also for spiritual growth and development. Education must start from a young age, because it can be used as a way of life until one reaches old age. The purpose of this study was to determine the effect of the students' ability to memorize the Qur'an at MI Muhammadiyah 6 Ponorogo on students' learning concentration. The research method used is quantitative, with a population of 96 students and a sample of 30 students who apply the memorization of the Qur'an. Data collection is done by using the technique of distributing questionnaires and documentation. The data were then analyzed using Descriptive Statistics and Prerequisite Analysis. The results showed that there was a positive and significant influence between the ability to memorize the Qur'an and the learning concentration of grade IV, V and VI students at MI Muhammadiyah 6 Ponorogo. This can be seen from the constant value of 16.987 and the regression coefficient value of the memorization ability of 0.755. With the regression equation, namely Y = 16.987 + 0.755X, it is known that the coefficient of determination of 34.6% is determined by the ability to memorize the Qur'an.

Effects of lifestyle on sexual function among postmenopausal women

Background: A healthy lifestyle has a key role in reducing health problems. Since one of the most common problems in Postmenopausal women has been sexual dysfunction (SD). The specific purpose of the present study was to identify the effects of health-promoting lifestyle (HPL) on sexual function among postmenopausal women.Methods: The present cross-sectional, descriptive, and analytical study was conducted on 405 Postmenopausal women aged 45–60 years, using the convenience sampling method.Data collection was done using three questionnaires of demographic, health-promoting lifestyle profile-II (HPLP-II) and female sexual function index (FSFI). Data were analyzed in the SPSS-16 using Pearson’s correlation coefficient. The statistical significance level was regarded as less than 0.05.Results: In general, the result of this study identified a 68% prevalence of SD among participants. The mean score obtained from the HPLP II was 2.27 (SD = 0.42), the highest score of its sub-scales was spiritual growth and the lowest score was physical activity.The mean score of FSFI among the studied women was 23.16 (SD = 0.29), the highest score of six sub-scales was satisfaction and the lowest score was lubrication among participants. A strong correlation was found between the total FSFI scores, and spiritual growth (r=0.048), interpersonal relations (r=0.02), stress management (r=0.000), (p<0.0001).Conclusion: The results of the study revealed that a healthy lifestyle affects sexual function. Given that a healthy lifestyleis one of the most important ways to help women overcome SD, a healthy lifestyle promoting interventions necessary forPostmenopausal women.Keywords: Lifestyle; Postmenopausal Women; Sexual Function.

Tsangaya System of Education and its Positive Effects on Almajiri and Society in Potiskum, Yobe State Nigeria

Tsangaya System of Education, generally called Makarantan Allo or traditional Qur’anic school has been in existence for decades, its history can be traced back to the early days of the coming of Islam to Nigeria. It has been a source of moral and scholastic training of the Muslim dominated societies in the northern part of Nigeria. The system which provides essentially, basic Qur’anic education to the Almajiri (students) has contributed tremendously in promoting Qur’anic education, inculcating self-discipline, spiritual growth of Muslim individuals and the communities. Therefore, this article examines the positive effects of Tsangaya System of Education on the Almajiri in Potiskum Yobe State, Nigeria. The study employed a qualitative approach that entails the techniques of documentation and interviews in collecting data while thematic analysis was utilized for data analysis. The findings revealed that Tsangaya System of Education in Potiskum area of Yobe State has positive effects on the Almajiri in the area such as mastering the recitation, memorization and writing of the glorious Qur’an as well as inculcating good behavioural modes.

AKTUALISASI PENDIDIKAN AGAMA KRISTEN DALAM GEREJA SEBAGAI DASAR PELAKSANAAN MISI

Christian Religious Education is a strong, firm, and fundamental Christian commitment in church ministry. If the church ignores teaching, then the church becomes static, lives in ignorance of faith, and means nothing. The task of the church is to equip and teach the members of the congregation to remain faithful to God and carry out his commands. This task remains relevant and must be continuously updated according to the demands of needs, developments, challenges, and contexts. With education, the church helps believers so that they can live as disciples of Christ, be able to apply their faith in daily life, and make Christian Religious Education the basis for carrying out missions. A person's spiritual growth does not occur because of his status as a Christian, or because of his faithfulness to follow church services. Therefore, the entire existence of the church in its ministry must be centered on planned and continuous teaching.

Dampak Trauma Healing Terhadap Pertumbuhan Spiritualitas SMGT Jem. Rama Radda Pasca Bencana Banjir Bandang

The study in this journal aims to provide entertainment and support in the form of psychic so that it can reduce the traumatic feeling experienced after the banjir bandang disaster. This trauma healing activity is very much needed and has a very important meaning for the Toraja Church Sunday School (SMGT) Children in the Rama Radda Congregation. For this reason, it is necessary for the Church's efforts to provide assistance in repairing infrastructure that has been damaged by flash floods, especially in handling the trauma experienced by Sunday school children, especially in their spiritual growth, because after all Sunday school children are the next generation of the church. , these children must be able to rise again from the trauma they experienced and be able to resume their lives with faith, hope and make their loved ones proud who died as a result of the flash flood.

Implementasi Bimbingan dan Konseling Sebagai Penunjang Pembentukan Godly Character Mahasiswa Universitas Pelita Harapan

<p>Postmodern menyebabkan semua menjadi relatif. Termasuk dalam melakukan kebenaran Firman Tuhan dan teladan dalam membangun karakter pemuda. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk melihat implementasi bimbingan dan konseling yang digunakan Universitas Pelita Harapan dalam menunjang perkembangan karakter mahasiswa dan mengidentifikasi faktor-faktor hambatan yang terjadi dalam pelaksanaannya. Hasil penelitian ini adalah implementasi yang digunakan memprioritaskan nilai-nilai firman Tuhan. Target yang ingin dicapai adalah membentuk mahasiswa untuk memiliki karakter ilahi. Proses bimbingan dan konseling diberikan melalui: (1) Penasihat akademik; (2) Organisasi rohani <em>spiritual growth for student</em>; (3) Asrama; (4) Lembaga konseling HOPE. Proses bimbingan dan konseling dilaksanakan dalam bentuk: (1) Pendekatan peraturan lembaga; (2) Pemberian nasihat; (3) Pemuridan; (4) Sistem <em>learning by doing</em>; (5) Bimbingan kolaboratif lembaga; dan (6) <em>Support academic</em>. Faktor-faktor yang menjadi penghambat adalah: (1) Kompetensi SDM yang belum memadai; (2) Mahasiswa yang kurang berminat kepada program bimbingan dan konseling; dan (3) Mahasiswa yang belum dapat bersifat dewasa.<br /><br /><strong>Abstrac :</strong> Postmodern causes everything to be relative. Including in carrying out the truth of God's Word and example in building the character of youth. This study aims to look at the implementation of guidance and counseling used by Pelita Harapan University in supporting the development of student character and identify the obstacles that occur in its implementation. The result of this research is the implementation that is used to prioritize the values of God's word. The target to be achieved is to form students to have divine character. The process of guidance and counseling is provided through: (1) academic advisors; (2) spiritual organization spiritual growth for students; (3) Dormitory; (4) HOPE counseling agency. The guidance and counseling process is carried out in the form of: (1) Institutional regulatory approach; (2) Giving advice; (3) Discipleship; (4) learning by doing system; (5) Institutional collaborative guidance; and <br />(6) academic support. The inhibiting factors are: (1) inadequate HR competencies; (2) Students who are less interested in the guidance and counseling program; and (3) Students who have not been able to become adults</p>

Gereja dan Pemuridan: Pilar Pendidikan Agama Kristen dan Implikasinya bagi Murid Kristus

Many churches and Christians are still unfamiliar with the practice of discipleship, and even if they are familiar with the term discipleship, there are still many who are reluctant or less serious in making discipleship the core of church ministry. It is for this purpose that this research was conducted. The method used is a literature study from discipleship and church experts which is analyzed to get the root of the problem and concepts that should be according to the Bible so that applications can be drawn for today, especially for Christian education patterns in church discipleship or churches that make disciples. The result of this research is the discovery of several applications that are very important for the perspective of Christian religious education related to the church and discipleship that must be continuously worked on, namely: First, Discipleship is the responsibility of all Christians. Second, Discipleship of the church has a strong impact on the spiritual growth of believers. Third, sending students to make disciples is an effective pattern of Christian education. Fourth, the importance of having a fellow disciple disciple in the same vision.

PENGGEMBALAAN YANG EFEKTIF BAGI GENERASI MILENIAL DI ERA SOCIETY 5.0

The results of the Barna Institute stated that 57% of children aged 18-29 years did not regularly worship. While a survey from Number Research in the age range of 15-18 years, adolescents who do not usually worship are 7.7%. That increased to 10.2% at the age of 19-22 years and reached 13.7% at this age of 23-25 years. Their level of concern for God and worship decreased drastically. The local church lost its way of shepherding them. Shepherd stewardship did not develop linearly with the development of social media. How should shepherd be? What strategies are used be in face-to-face pastoral care and virtual spaces? This paper aims to restore the quality of pastoring function and bridge the logical church pastoring caretaker with the virtual world. The research method used is a qualitative method with literature study and observation. This research hoped to maximize the shepherding and discipleship of millennial children. So that millennial children experience spiritual growth, remain committed to shepherding, and contribute to local and virtual services on an ongoing basis