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Tolop Oloan Marbun1 Sekolah Tinggi Teologi Pelita Dunia1, tolopmarbun@gmail.
DOI: https://doi.
org/10.
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Abstract: Paradigm transposition in church ministry indicates the action of transposing the paradigm toward church ministry, especially during the COVID-19 pandemic.
stop the spread of COVID-19, churches must provide online services to serve their congregation better.
Before the COVID-19 pandemic, many Christians disagreed with online church ministries.
During the COVID-19 pandemic, they started accepting online church ministries and became accustomed to it.
This transposition might be continued to Metaverse in Society 5.
This research aims to show the transposition of the paradigm toward church ministry in Era Society 5.
The method is qualitative The source of data is works of literature, surveys, and interviews.
The analytic model is content analysis and descriptive-analytic.
Since this is also descriptive research, all the analysis results are displayed descriptively.
As a result, respondents experience the transposition of paradigms toward church ministry in Era Society 5.
Transposition toward the online church, online service, online prayer and counseling, online sacraments, and community.
The conclusion is that all respondents experienced all models of transposition.
Keywords: Church Ministry.
Metaverse.
Paradigm Transposition.
Society 5.
Article History:
Received: 06-04-2022 Revised: 18-01-2024 Accepted: 18-01-2024 Introduction Society 5.
0 aims to enhance the human experience by leveraging technology to advance the process of humanization.
It establishes a harmonious coexistence between humanity and technology, wherein individuals are empowered to enhance their living standards by capitalizing on the advantages of technological progress.
1 This concept envisions an imminent era where technology is integrally embedded in various domains, encompassing healthcare, education, and religious rituals.
It forms a society that is both environmentally sustainable and socially inclusive.
Faulinda Nastiti and Aghni Abdu.
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The process of harmonization will continue to exist in the Metaverse.
Metaverse means beyond the universe.
That is why the Metaverse is considered the third world, the internet the second world, and this Earth the first world.
2 The main thing in the Metaverse is the sensation of reality and social interaction.
People can feel what is happening in the virtual and real worlds.
Integrating the physical and virtual realms in the Metaverse allows users to experience heightened immersion and interconnectedness.
Users can interact with digital content and other users using advanced technologies like virtual and augmented reality, effectively blurring the line between physical and virtual reality.
This seamless integration of different realities creates an extraordinary environment where individuals can authentically engage with their immediate environment and each other on a profound The concept of Society 5.
0 is very relevant to the Metaverse.
In the Metaverse, users are not only involved as spectators but also in virtual activities through avatars so that their virtual reality is like reality in the real world.
The social side emphasized is found in the Metaverse because the human social side is well maintained.
3 Integrating social aspects into the Metaverse aligns with the societal concept of Society 5.
0, which proposes that technology will enhance human interactions and well-being.
The Metaverse eliminates the boundaries between the physical and digital worlds, allowing people to connect, collaborate, and engage in meaningful social interactions.
Every industrial revolution .
0 to 5.
inevitably results in transposition in people's lives.
"Transposition" is usually better known in music, the internet, and The term "transposition" was adopted by an Asian theologian.
Chaon Ceng Song.
4 Song uses the term "transposition" to indicate that there has been a change in theology and the way theology is practiced in the Asian context from the Western context.
In 2019, the Coronavirus (COVID-.
emerged, which changed the challenges of people's lives in various aspects, including church service.
To reduce the spread of COVID19, churches must carry out services online.
5 Congregations that were previously accustomed to face-to-face worship, during the COVID-19 period, the congregation had to adapt to online worship.
The COVID-19 pandemic Ae which lasted less than three years Ae has made congregations comfortable with online church services.
This situation shows that Pericles AoasherAo Rospigliosi.
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there is a paradigm transposition in congregational life.
The service model used during the COVID-19 pandemic includes Zoom, gmeet, or live streaming via Facebook .
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or Youtube, including Metaverse services.
Previously, metaverse worship was widely discussed in studies, and now.
Metaverse worship has been conducted.
6 Several service models can be carried out in local churches, online churches, and metaverse churches: church, worship,7prayer and counseling services, sacrament services,8 and community.
The local church referred to in this study is the church in terms of buildings.
This study referred to the online church that conducts online worship through video conferencing and live streaming platforms.
The Metaverse Church is a church that has a virtual church building and congregation in the Metaverse.
The research related to this research entitled "Konstruksi Teologis Gereja Digital:
Sebuah Refleksi Biblis Ibadah Online di Masa Pandemi Covid-19" describes the COVID-19 presence has not only changed many things in the order of social life but has also changed religious behavior.
Worship behavior, limited by space and time and used as the standard standard of a person's faith, is no longer the case.
11 The following research entitled "Analisis Dasar Teologi terhadap Pelaksanaan Ibadah Online Pascapandemi Covid-19" describes the online service.
Online service raises pros and cons because it does not have an adequate theological foundation.
12 The following research entitled "Ibadah Online sebagai Gaya Hidup: Sebuah Kajian Teologi Moral terhadap Konsumerisme di Tengah Pandemic CovidAe19" described the beginning, the choice to worship online presented pros and cons.
However, online service became a model that replaced offline worship.
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three previous studies show a paradigm transposition in church services.
In this research, the authors show the transposition of the paradigm experienced by church members before, during, and after the pandemic.
The paradigm transposition experienced by this congregation can indicate opportunities and challenges for church ministry in the Era of Society 5.
Method of Research The research method used is qualitative, and qualitative methods prioritize the research process, not quantity.
14 The research process begins with collecting, selecting, analyzing, and presenting data.
15 Data collection was obtained in two ways.
The first was to collect literature data from books, journals, and related studies.
The second data source is the survey results using a Likert scale and interviews.
The survey uses reputation case selection, choosing respondents based on reputation recommendations in their respective fields.
16 The respondents were alumni from the High School of Theology, church pursuers, pastors, elders, church activists, and congregations from various denominations.
The author distributed to 100 respondents17 using the Google form in June 2022.
Then proceeded with interviews with ten respondents face to face and via telephone.
Before analyzing the survey findings, the initial phase is to present the results in a tabular format, categorizing them into three groups: Agree.
Doubtful, and DisagreeAiand three frameworks of time: Prior Pandemic.
Pandemic Period, and in the Metaverse.
Additionally, the table should include the corresponding percentages (%) indicating the distribution of responses among the three categories, as derived from the respondents' The subsequent phase entails the process of interpretation.
Interpretation relies on descriptive categories and percentages (%) to determine the extent of transposition values reported by respondents.
Because the research is also descriptive, all the interpretations of results are displayed descriptively.
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The number of contacts counted at the time the questionnaire was distributed.
If there are new members added to the whatsapp group after being distributed, these new members are not counted as respondents.
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The following phase is analysis.
This analysis combines research frameworks of thinking with research findings to describe the challenges and opportunities for church services in contemporary society.
After analysis, the next phase is concluding.
Conclusions are derived from the outcomes of the analysis.
The ultimate phase entails composing a comprehensive report encompassing all the research process, results, interpretation, analysis, and conclusion.
Result and Discussion Transposition The term "transposition" has different meanings in each field of science.
However, "transposition" generally has a fundamental meaning: a shift.
19 Song uses the term "transposition" to indicate some theological shifts, especially in Asia.
20 In this context, the author uses the term "transposition" to indicate a shift in the congregation's paradigm towards the pre-pandemic service model during the pandemic and ministry in the Metaverse.
Transposition Models Geographical Transposition Geographic transposition is a shift in place and time.
Like moving from city to 21 Moving from Canaan to Egypt, then back from Egypt to Right.
This geographical division occurs not only on this Earth but also from the real world to the virtual world.
The virtual world is often also called the internet world inhabited by netizens, and from the virtual world, it shifted to the world of Metaverse.
Avatars inhabit the world of the Metaverse, and Avatars are human representations of Earth in the Metaverse.
It gives the idea that the Earth is the first world, cyberspace (Interne.
is the second world, and the Metaverse is the third world.
Communication Transposition In the first communication, transposition is namely translation.
The translation is like an international meeting attended by various countries.
During the meeting, there was a gap to discuss, the gap mentioned above with translation.
The second communication Wiwik Mardiana.
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transpose is every human effort to convey ideas, thoughts, and meanings in communicative 23 Communication transposition also occurs in how modern humans communicate, starting to communicate directly or face to face.
Communication uses telephones, cell phones.
Zoom, and other communication media.
Communication will also occur in different patterns in the Metaverse.
Metaverse communication involves humans and their avatars.
Transposition of Ideas This transposition of ideas is like the authors of the four Gospels emphasizing Jesus from different emphases.
Matthew emphasized Jesus as the Messiah.
Mark introduced Jesus as the Servant.
Luke introduced Jesus as the Son of Man, and John introduced the Word.
This transposition of ideas is like the word "church.
" The church can refer to a building, and it can also be a person.
The church as a gathering of saints gathers in a physical church, an online church, and the Metaverse.
Transposition of Meaning Transposition of Meaning means the same person or person being interpreted According to Feminist Theology.
God is a woman, and according to black people.
God is black.
According to Song, not only does Jesus suffer, but God also suffers.
This transposition of meaning also occurs in Christian worship.
Before the pandemic, people felt it was not legal if they did not worship together in the church building on Sundays.
After the pandemic, the congregation had no choice, and online worship was also considered valid.
Likewise, the congregation attending the Metaverse service now considers it valid.
Transposition of Appreciation A transposition of appreciation, such as that the Israelites understand that God is one, while Christians understand that God is a trinity.
27 People in the Old Testament understood God to be one, and the disciples of Jesus and the early Church also understood that God is one.
This Trinitarian thought arose when Tertullian formulated the Trinity as an apologetic action against modalism and Sabelianism.
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Focused on Models of Transposition This research focused on geographical transposition, transposition of meaning, and transposition of appreciation as they significantly shape an individual's framework for all ecclesiastical service, particularly in the digital realm and the Metaverse.
These three transpositions play a crucial role in shaping the opportunities and challenges faced by ecclesiastical ministry, particularly in the era of Society 5.
Geographical transposition pertains to the relocation and alteration of physical positions and boundaries within the framework of ecclesiastical service.
This text examines how the digital realm and the Metaverse have broadened the opportunities for reaching and establishing connections with individuals from diverse geographical areas.
The analysis of meaning transposition explores the potential differences in the interpretation and comprehension of religious ideas and rituals in the digital age, presenting both advantages and difficulties for religious ministry.
Finally, the transposition of appreciation examines the transformation of people's attitudes, values, and preferences towards religious experiences in Society 5.
0, which affects the perception and engagement with ecclesiastical services.
Combining these three transpositions plays a crucial role in shaping an individual's framework for navigating ecclesiastical service in the contemporary world, which is characterized by rapid change.
Transposition of Ecclesiastical Service Paradigm A paradigm is a person's perspective as a basis for acting based on belief or faith.
Based on this understanding, a person's perspective on something is determined by his One's faith influences this belief.
A person's faith is influenced by his knowledge of the truth of God's Word.
Paradigm transposition refers to a shift in one's beliefs or faith, resulting in a shift in their perspective on church services.
The ecclesiastical services that are the focus of this research are services that can be carried out in local churches and online churches in metaverse churches.
The results of the transposition of the paradigm of church service in the Era of Community 5.
0 are as follows:
Transposition of Online Church Paradigm Response Agree Table 1: Online Churches Before the Pandemic Pandemic Period in the Metaverse Doubtful Erlina Diamastuti.
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Disagree Before the pandemic, 59.
5% of respondents objected to the online church.
The main reason is that the response has been accustomed to worship at the local church since Worship is a sacred ritual, so it requires a special place.
2% of respondents are unsure about the existence of an online church.
The remaining 24.
3% agree with the existence of an online church even though it is not yet a pandemic.
After the pandemic, 6% of respondents agreed with the online church, while 10.
8% were still unsure, and those who persisted disagreed, to 21.
This result shows a paradigm shift in the congregation towards local and online churches.
6% of respondents agree with a church in the Metaverse, 10.
8% are still unsure, and the remaining 40.
6% do not agree that there is a church in the Metaverse.
Based on the results of this survey, there is a paradigm shift toward the existence of the church.
Transposition of the Paradigm of Online Worship Implementation Table 2: Online Worship Response Agree Before the Pandemic Pandemic Period in the Metaverse Doubtful Disagree Before the pandemic, 59.
5% of respondents disagreed with online worship.
Respondents feel that online worship is not like worship because there is no service or liturgical involvement, and they lose fellowship.
Online worship is like just watching, so it is considered inappropriate.
2% of respondents are still unsure about carrying out online 3% of respondents agreed to online worship under certain conditions.
After the COVID-19 pandemic, 73% of respondents agree with online worship.
Shepherds and congregations have no other choice but to carry out online worship.
Breaking the spread of COVID-19, pastors and congregations may not form crowds and must maintain their distance for mutual safety.
1% of respondents were hesitant because they were not used to it then.
9% of respondents persist in disagreeing.
Even so, because they have no other choice to worship, respondents still attend online worship.
The pandemic triggered a significant paradigm shift in online worship.
Before the pandemic, only 24.
3% of respondents agreed that after the pandemic increased to 73%.
So, the paradigm transposition is 48.
This paradigm transposition is proven because there was a decrease from 59.
5% who disagreed with online worship to 18.
The paradigm shift of online worship provides an opportunity for online worship in the Metaverse of 54%, although there are still 13.
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9% to 32.
This finding shows that Metaverse worship is still controversial even though churches already carry out worship.
Transposition of the Paradigm of Prayer and Counseling Services Response Table 3: Online Prayer and Counseling Services Before the Pandemic in the Pandemic Period Metaverse Agree Doubtful Disagree 4% of respondents refused online prayer and counseling services.
Respondents' reasons for meeting face-to-face provide more strength and affirmation.
The respondent emphasized that if prayer and counseling services can still be carried out face-to-face, then prayer and counseling services must be face-to-face unless certain obstacles make it challenging to find a solution.
8% of respondents hesitated for situational reasons.
8% of respondents agree with prayer and counseling services due to limited time and busyness, so online prayer and counseling services are the best option compared to not getting any services at all.
During the COVID-19 pandemic, the church opened an online prayer and counseling The congregation must follow the church's decision for mutual safety.
For this reason, 73% of respondents agree with prayer and counseling services.
This figure shows a transposition of the congregation's paradigm toward prayer and counseling services.
Respondents who initially agreed were 37.
8% after the pandemic became 73%.
The congregation's paradigm towards prayer and counseling services experiences a transposition of 35%.
This transposition value is worth considering to maintain online prayer and counseling services.
Even so, respondents doubted as much as 8.
1% and disagreed as much as 18.
This paradigm transposition continues into prayer and counseling ministries in the Metaverse.
54% of respondents agree with prayer and counseling services on Metaverse.
This paradigm transposition number can be one of the considerations for continuing prayer and counseling services in the Metaverse.
Even though there is an opportunity, respondents are still unsure as much as 8.
This doubt stems from various limitations, especially adequate facilities and networks.
9% of respondents did not agree because they still prefer face-to-face prayer and counseling services.
Transposition of the Paradigm of the Ministry of the Sacrament Table 4: Online Sacrament Services.
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Agree Doubtful Pandemic Period Metaverse Disagree 5% of respondents disapproved of online sacrament services before the The main reason for the respondents is that the sacrament is very sacred The sacredness of the sacrament is not quite right when it is done online.
1% of respondents were unsure because, according to respondents, they needed a particular theological study.
4% agreed with implementing the sacraments online because it was After the pandemic, 56.
7% of respondents agreed to perform the sacrament online.
Even during the pandemic, 10.
8 respondents were unsure, and 32.
5% disagreed.
The increase in respondents who agreed during the pandemic from 32.
4% to 56.
7% and then the decrease to 40.
5% in implementing sacrament services in Metaverse shows that respondents experienced a paradigm shift in online sacrament services.
8% of respondents are still unsure, and 48.
7% disagree.
The respondents' disagreed results also described a paradigm shift, initially as much as 59.
5%, then decreased to 32.
5%, then increased again to 48.
Online Communion Paradigm Transposition Table 5: Online Communities Response Agree Doubtful Before the Pandemic Pandemic Period in the Metaverse Disagree 3% of respondents disagreed with the online community.
Respondents preferred face-to-face implementation of local church community activities so that intimacy would occur in the congregation.
1% are unsure due to situational reasons, while 40.
6% agree due to distance and time considerations.
After the pandemic, respondents who agreed with the online community increased from 40.
6% to 73%.
This increase occurred for congregational safety and to stop the chain of the spread of COVID-19.
Even so, some respondents are unsure as much as 10.
8% and still disagree as much as 16.
Respondents still maintained their paradigm towards the online community as much as respondents who were hesitantly decreased to 5.
5%, while those who disagreed increased from 16.
2% to 27%.
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Transposition of Ecclesiastic Ministry Paradigm as Opportunities and Challenges Opportunities to develop model ministry According to the survey results provided, there is a transposition of church services based on geographical factors.
Church services are now unrestricted by physical church Church ministries are extending their reach into the digital realm and venturing further into the Metaverse.
While the number of churches offering services in the Metaverse is limited, this research demonstrates the potential for developing such services in this virtual reality space.
Transposition of communication was found in the way respondents communicated during worship.
At first, it was still conventional or face-to-face communication.
now, it has become digital communication with various media.
Furthermore, especially in Metaverse, communication will involve Avatars and Users.
Users can experience communication like face to face.
Participants have experienced the transposition of ideas that turn their attention from mundane church rituals to the fundamental nature of the service.
An authentic illustration is the sacrament of holy communion.
The observance of Holy Communion is a directive Jesus Christ gave to commemorate His actions, particularly His death on the Cross.
The participants' evaluation of a unique feast is contingent upon their recognition of honoring His finished work rather than being swayed by the ceremonial practices or place of worship.
The results indicate a transposition of ideas from religious ceremonies to the core of worship, particularly concerning the sacrament of holy communion.
The online Holy Communion has advantages and disadvantages, indicating a transposition in meaning.
Participants now perceive holy communion as valid within the confines of a physical church and in the virtual realm, such as on Metaverse.
The change in perspective emphasizes the increasing recognition and flexibility of religious customs in the era of digital technology.
Nevertheless, it also prompts inquiries regarding the sacrament's fundamental nature and importance when encountered virtually, as it diverges from the customary physical engagement within a consecrated environment.
Transposition of appreciation takes place in all ecclesiastical services mentioned in the survey.
Participants are open to all models of church service, including local churches, digital churches, and Metaverse churches.
Individuals can select the most suitable place of worship based on their circumstances and personal preferences.
The survey also found that participants appreciate the flexibility offered by these various models of church These models enable individuals to participate in services corresponding to their schedules and personal preferences, promoting inclusiveness and ease of access in the worship encounter.
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Challenge to Expand Ministry Participants may encounter obstacles with internet connectivity, availability of appropriate devices, or technical complications when attempting to join online services.
The connection can lead to disruptions and affect the overall experience.
These challenges can pose significant difficulties for individuals residing in remote or underprivileged regions with restricted availability of dependable internet connections or contemporary Creating a feeling of community and nurturing personal relationships can be difficult online.
Building relationships and supporting a strong sense of belonging may require more effort than traditional in-person congregations.
To surmount these challenges, organizations, and institutions can employ diverse strategies, such as establishing virtual forums or discussion boards, to facilitate substantive conversations and exchange experiences among participants.
Delivering pastoral care and support to congregants in a virtual setting may lack the intimate connection that face-to-face interactions provide.
Addressing members' individual needs becomes more challenging when physical presence is limited.
Nevertheless, online churches can offer pastoral care and assistance via virtual counseling sessions or support Certain members of the congregation, specifically elderly individuals, may lack familiarity or feel unease when utilizing digital tools.
Churches should prioritize assessing their members' digital literacy and offer appropriate assistance when necessary.
Digital literacy can include offering training sessions or workshops to help congregants become more comfortable with using digital tools.
In addition, churches can allocate volunteers or staff members to offer individualized aid to individuals who may require additional assistance navigating online platforms.
Internet-based religious institutions may encounter financial difficulties, particularly if conventional revenue streams, such as in-person donations during religious gatherings, are interrupted.
Finding effective ways to collect donations online and manage finances becomes crucial.
A practical approach involves the establishment of online donation platforms by churches, enabling members to contribute funds through their computers or mobile devices conveniently.
Transposing conventional religious rituals into an online medium may necessitate innovative resolutions.
The innovative resolution encompasses the dispensation of sacraments, collective supplications, and various ceremonial practices.
A practical approach to facilitating sacraments online involves organizing virtual ceremonies, enabling participants to participate and actively receive blessings from a remote location.
This approach can be done through video conferencing platforms or live streaming services.
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Conclusion Based on the research results, respondents experienced a transposition of the paradigm of ecclesiastical ministry in Community 5.
Respondents experienced a geographic transposition where previously only local churches were considered legal places of worship, then there was acceptance online and included in the Metaverse.
The transposition of communication and the transposition of ideas was experienced by respondents, specifically in the implementation of worship and online communities and in the Metaverse.
The transposition of ideas, appreciation, and meaning was also experienced by respondents, specifically in prayer, counseling, and sacrament services.
These transpositions indicate the opportunities and challenges to the churches to develop their ministry following the advancement of the internet and technology.
Research Limitations Writing conducted an online survey with a limited number of respondents.
The research focuses on symptoms indicating a transposition of paradigms towards ecclesiastical ministry in the Age of Society 5.
The survey results cannot be generalized to all situations or places.
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