Christian Teachers and Character Formation in the Industry 4.0 Era: Evidence from Masa Depan Cerah Christian School

Leni Marlina Faah

doi:10.33856/didaskalia.v8i2.545

Authors

Leni Marlina Faah Sekolah Tinggi Alkitab Nusantara Malang

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.33856/didaskalia.v8i2.545

Keywords:

Christian teachers; character formation; core values; Industry 4.0; Christian education; Masa Depan Cerah Christian School

Abstract

Christian teachers play a crucial role in guiding, teaching, and shaping students’ character in accordance with Christian values. In the context of the Industry 4.0 era, they bear significant responsibility to form young people who possess integrity, spiritual maturity, and global competitiveness, so that they are prepared to face complex future challenges. This study examines how Christian teachers at Masa Depan Cerah (MDC) Christian School in Surabaya contribute to the character formation of students aged 9–11, specifically in relation to the school’s core values. This research employs a qualitative descriptive method, using data collected through interviews, observations, and documentation from selected informants. The analysis focuses on how teachers integrate academic instruction with spiritual formation and character education in everyday school life. The findings show that MDC Christian teachers do not function merely as academic instructors but also as character mentors who shape students holistically. They model Christian values in daily interactions, provide guidance and correction when character issues arise, and intentionally embed the school’s core values into classroom learning and school culture. Through this integrated approach, teachers help students develop integrity, responsibility, empathy, and strong faith, enabling them to respond to the demands of the Industry 4.0 era with discernment and resilience.

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