Pastor and the Congregation Survive In This Pandemic Time

International Journal of Research and Scientific Innovation (IJRSI) | Volume VIII, Issue XI, November 2021 | ISSN 2321–2705

Pastor and the Congregation Survive In This Pandemic Time

Sherley Astuty Kardi, Yanto Paulus Hermanto, Jessica Elizabeth Abraham
Sekolah Tinggi Teologi Kharisma Bandung, Indonesia

Abstract: The pandemic period is a difficult time for pastors and congregations. However, they must survive and be a blessing. Therefore, this research is intended to answer how the pastor and congregation can be well maintained. To answer the formulation of this problem, the author conducted a qualitative research method with literature research. From this research, it is hoped that it will help churches that are facing crises both spiritually and financially, so that both pastors and congregations are well-maintained. In this study, the role of pastors and congregations is very important and that can make pastors and congregations well-maintained even during this Covid-19 pandemic.

Keywords: Pastor; Congregation; Survive; Pandemic

I. INTRODUCTION

The 2019 Corona Virus pandemic, known as Covid-19, has hit the world since December 31st, 2019 and has claimed a significant number of lives. The spread of Covid-19 pandemic to Indonesia started with an initial transmission on March 2nd, 2020 (Wikipedia, 2020). Covid-19 has resulted in significant changes in various fields, including economy, education, tourism, social and culture. The government therefore felt the need to control it by issuing Law Number 6 of 2018 article 53; concerning Health Quarantine, which contains restrictions on residents from outside the area to enter a certain area, in order to prevent the spread of the disease (Syafrida, 2020). To limit the transmission of Covid-19, all levels of society are expected to comply with the regulations and policies set by the government in order to maintain the stability of the country (Syafrida, 2020).
Government regulation on quarantine, to control the spread of Covid-19 pandemic, has resulted in a very limited physical and social interaction in the community. Hence, Media liaisons is absolutely necessary to maintain good and clear communication (Potensi, Social, Agung, Indra, & Satya, 2020). Technology has played a key role during the Covid-19 pandemic to maintain communication and to convey information in various fields, such as education, work, and worship to ensure all activities continue to run well and smoothly (Abdul Latip, 2020).

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