The Perceptions of the Tenmas Mandok Congregation regarding the Benefits of the Banggai Language in Sermons for the Internalization of Faith
Keywords:
Cultural identity , local language, sermon, spiritual appreciation, understandingAbstract
The use of local languages in preaching as a form of contextualized ministry faces challenges due to varying levels of language proficiency among congregants, which relates to how they understand and internalize the conveyed message. Therefore, this study aims to describe congregants’ perceptions of the benefits of using the Banggai language in sermons, particularly in relation to their understanding and spiritual experience of faith within the Tenmas Mandok congregation, a local church in Central Sulawesi. Indonesia. This study employs a quantitative method with a descriptive approach, involving 78 respondents selected proportionally. Data were collected through a Likert-scale questionnaire and analyzed using descriptive statistics with the assistance of SPSS software. The findings indicate that congregants have a positive perception of the use of the Banggai language in sermons, reflected in cognitive understanding, emotional and spiritual engagement, behavioral responses, and attitudes toward cultural preservation. The Banggai language is perceived to help congregants better understand and remember sermon content, enhance emotional involvement, and relate to increased attention and participation in worship. Additionally, the use of the local language is viewed as an important means of maintaining the cultural identity of the congregation. Thus, the use of the Banggai language in preaching can be understood as a relevant contextual practice in church ministry, both in enriching the faith experience and in supporting the preservation of local culture..
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