Matheo: Jurnal Teologi/Kependetaan is a scholarly journal that focuses on contemporary issues related to theological thought and pastoral ministry practices within the church, both in global contexts and within Indonesia.

The journal aims to develop and enrich theological scholarship that demonstrates academic excellence, contextual relevance, and practical contributions to the church, society, nation, and the global community. Therefore, Matheo: Jurnal Teologi/Kependetaan welcomes submissions from academics, researchers, theologians, pastors, and ministry practitioners from various Christian denominational backgrounds.

The journal publishes research articles, conceptual studies, and theological reflections focusing on biblical studies, church history, Christian doctrine, practical theology, Pentecostal studies, and contemporary theological issues. Each article is expected to provide scholarly contributions, critical reflection, and practical implications for the advancement of theological studies and pastoral ministry.

Scope of the Journal

Matheo: Jurnal Teologi/Kependetaan accepts manuscripts in the following areas:

1. Biblical Studies

Studies of the Old and New Testaments, including exegesis, hermeneutics, biblical theology, canonical studies, and the relevance of biblical texts for contemporary church life and ministry.

2. Intertestamental Studies

Research on the historical, religious, literary, and theological developments of the Intertestamental Period, including Second Temple Judaism, apocalyptic literature, and the social and religious background of the New Testament world.

3. Christian Dogmatics

Studies of Christian doctrines and systematic theology, including theology proper, Christology, pneumatology, theological anthropology, soteriology, ecclesiology, eschatology, and other doctrinal themes.

4. Church History

Research on the historical development of the church, Christian movements, theological traditions, influential church leaders, denominational history, and the role of the church in society throughout different historical periods.

5. Pentecostal Studies

Studies on Pentecostal theology, Pentecostal spirituality, pneumatology, charismatic movements, worship, divine healing, mission, ecclesiology, and the development of Pentecostalism in Indonesia and around the world.

6. Practical Theology

Studies on pastoral ministry, homiletics, Christian leadership, discipleship, pastoral counseling, Christian education, mission, evangelism, church growth, worship, and the practical application of theology within church and community contexts.