MEMBANGUN KESADARAN ECOTHEOLOGY MELALUI TRIDHARMA PANGGILAN GEREJA

Abstract

Increasing global awareness of environmental issues such as climate change, forest destruction, pollution, and species extinction, the church is vital in developing ecotheological awareness among congregations. This study uses qualitative methods with a library research approach to analyze the concepts of tridharma and ecotheology and identify challenges and opportunities in their application. The research results show that integrating teaching, service, and testimony can educate, inspire, and mobilize congregations in environmental conservation efforts. Through teaching, the church can educate the congregation about the importance of protecting and caring for God's creation as a form of worship. Service includes concrete actions such as reforestation and waste management, while testimony includes campaigns and concrete actions that serve as role models for the wider community. Challenges such as lack of ecological understanding, limited resources, and resistance to change must be addressed through ongoing educational strategies and collaboration with environmental organizations. Thus, the church can play a significant role in protecting and preserving God's creation as part of the call of the Christian faith.