PEMBENTUKAN KARAKTER ANAK SEKOLAH MINGGU MELALUI PEMBELAJARAN CERITA ALKITAB DI HKBP TAPIAN NAULI RESORT LUMBAN LOBU DISTRIK IV TOBA
DOI:
https://doi.org/10.69820/jupemi.v3i3.511Keywords:
Bible storytelling, Character education, Sunday school, Christian education, child developmentAbstract
This community service program aimed to strengthen the character of Sunday School children through Bible storytelling at HKBP Tapian Nauli Resort Lumban Lobu. The activity involved 30 children aged 6–12 years and was conducted in three meetings using a participatory educational approach. Program stages included ice breaking, singing, prayer, Bible reading, storytelling sessions, question-and-answer discussions, reflective games, and group activities. Data were collected through participatory observation and simple evaluation sheets focusing on participation, comprehension of moral messages, and character-related behavior. The results showed that 83% of participants were able to retell Bible stories correctly, 80% demonstrated improved understanding of moral values, and 78% showed positive behavioral indicators such as obedience, cooperation, respect for parents, courage, and empathy. In addition, children’s learning enthusiasm and participation increased during interactive sessions supported by visual media and educational games. This program indicates that Bible storytelling is an effective and contextual pedagogical strategy for strengthening children’s moral and spiritual character in church-based learning environments.
References
Alkitab. (2020). Alkitab Terjemahan Baru 2. Jakarta: Lembaga Alkitab Indonesia.
Kementerian Pendidikan dan Kebudayaan Republik Indonesia. (2021). Penguatan pendidikan karakter pada satuan pendidikan dasar. Jakarta: Kemendikbud.
Lickona, T. (1991). Educating for character: How our schools can teach respect and responsibility. New York: Bantam Books.
Marbun, R., & Sitompul, E. (2023). Bible storytelling as a strategy for children’s moral development in Sunday school ministry. Journal of Christian Education Studies, 5(2), 88–101.
Nainggolan, J., & Purba, M. (2024). Interactive learning media in church-based children education: Strengthening participation and engagement. International Journal of Religious Education, 7(1), 33–47.
Napitupulu, D., Simaremare, T., & Siahaan, P. (2022). Pendidikan karakter anak melalui kegiatan gereja berbasis komunitas. Jurnal Pengabdian Masyarakat Nusantara, 4(3), 145–156.
Pane, Y., & Hutagalung, S. (2025). Community service model for strengthening child character through faith-based education. Journal of Community Engagement and Development, 6(1), 22–35.
Purba, H., & Nainggolan, R. (2025). Participatory pedagogy in Sunday school learning: Implications for children’s character formation. Journal of Practical Theology and Education, 3(1), 11–24.
Rahmat, A., & Siregar, L. (2022). Early childhood character education in the digital era: Challenges and strategies. Jurnal Pendidikan Karakter, 12(2), 101–114.
Samosir, P., & Manullang, T. (2023). Peran keluarga dan gereja dalam pembentukan moral anak usia sekolah dasar. Jurnal Pendidikan Agama Kristen, 8(2), 55–68.
Simanjuntak, D., & Hutapea, R. (2021). Storytelling method in improving children’s religious values and moral understanding. Jurnal Pendidikan Anak Usia Dini, 9(1), 67–79.
Siregar, M., & Manullang, J. (2022). Character development through non-formal religious education in Indonesia. International Journal of Education and Values, 4(2), 90–104.
Situmorang, B., Sinaga, J., & Tampubolon, F. (2022). Creative pedagogy for Sunday school teachers in rural churches. Jurnal Pengabdian kepada Masyarakat, 5(4), 201–213.
Susanti, L., Nurtiani, A. T., & Zamana, M. (2021). Analisis penggunaan metode bercerita dalam mengembangkan karakter religius pada anak kelompok B TK Cut Meutia. Jurnal Ilmiah Mahasiswa, 2(1), 45–56.
Wijaya, H., Tarigan, S., & Gultom, M. (2024). Strengthening children’s social character through value-based education programs. Journal of Social and Moral Education, 6(2), 119–134.
Yanti, R., & Silaban, D. (2023). Educational games as a medium for improving student participation in faith learning programs. Jurnal Inovasi Pendidikan, 11(3), 77–89.
Downloads
Published
How to Cite
Issue
Section
License
Copyright (c) 2026 Shinta Tampubolon, Hersakso Sinurat, Yetti Lubis, Zesi Panjaitan
This work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 4.0 International License.
