GEREJA SINODAL DAN PENDIDIKAN DI STFT FAJAR TIMUR

Abstract

Historically STFT Fajar Timur has evolved in cooperation and
immersion within the spirit of synod. It is the spirit of partnership, participation and mission. In its historical dynamic, STFT Fajar Timur has embraced five modes of synod. They are the synod between STFT Fajar and: universal church, the local church, local society, the state and all human beings. However, it seems that historical challenge, eclesicatical change and social progress have shifted the intensity of its synod. Unfortunately, certain element is eventually disappearing. The missing synodal element is the communion with all human beings (female and male, lay
people and priest candidate). The question is to what extent, STFT Fajar Timur is able to reorganize its institution to remain capturing the fundamental aspect of synodal life in its academic vibration. Principally, it must firmly stand on five pivotal aspects: the education as a community of dialogue, trust, self-examination, citizen of the global and narrative imagination.