Peran Pendidikan Agama Kristen Bagi Pembentukan Moral Anak Terlantar di SD Papua Kasih Kota Jayapura

Abstract

Pendidikan Agama Kristen memikiki peran penting dalam pembentukan moral anak, terutama anak terlantar yang berada di SD Papua Kasih Kota Jayapura. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mendeskripsikan dan menganalisis peran pendidikan agama kristen dalam pembentukan moral anak terlantar di SD Papua Kasih. Dengan pendekatan kualitatif, data dikumpulkan melalui wawancara dengan Guru Pak, Seksi Kerohanian dan Kepala Sekolah. Hasil penelitian menunjukan bahwa Pendidikan Agama Kristen tidak hanya mengajarkan pengetahuan teologis tetapi juga menanamkan nilai-nilai seperti kasih, kejujuran, dan tanggung jawab. Penelitian ini menggarisbawahi pentingnya pendidikan agama kristen dalam mendukung pembentukan moral anak-anak terlantar, memberikan harapan bagi masa depan mereka serta memperkuat komunitas melalui penguatan nilai-nilai moral positif

Christian religious education plays an important role in the moral development of children, especially for the neglected children at Papua Kasih Elementary School in Jayapura. This study aims to explore how Christian religious education can help shape the moral values and character of these children. Using a qualitative approach, data was collected through interviews with teachers and school administrators. The results show that Christian religious education not only teaches theological knowledge but also instills values such as love, honesty, and responsibility. Neglected children involved in the Christian religious education program demonstrate improvements in social and emotional behavior, and are better able to interact positively with peers and their environment. This study highlights the importance of religious education in supporting the moral development of neglected children, providing hope for their future, and strengthening the community through the reinforcement of positive moral values