Eco-Ecclesiology: A Critique of the Anthropocentric Paradigm in Church Life

Authors

  • Marita Lasari Mete Universitas Kristen Satya Wacana Author
  • Ana Bendalina Henukh Universitas Kristen Satya Wacana Author
  • Imanuel Teguh Harisantoso Universitas Kristen Satya Wacana Author

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.64099/w6p6kg54

Keywords:

Anthropocentrism, Eco-ecclesiology, Church, Ecosystem Crisis, Oikos

Abstract

This article examines eco-ecclesiology as a theological critique of anthropocentrism in church life. The study is motivated by the ecological crisis, which shows that environmental damage is not merely a technical problem but also a moral and spiritual crisis. Using a qualitative library research method and a conceptual-critical analysis, this article reviews theological literature on creation, ecological theology, ecclesiology, and Christian environmental ethics. The findings show that anthropocentrism tends to place humans at the center of creation and encourages churches to measure ministry through internal indicators such as congregational growth, financial stability, and human-centered programs. Eco-ecclesiology offers an alternative by understanding the church as part of God's oikos and as a community called to participate in the healing of creation. This article concludes that ecological concern should be integrated into liturgy, preaching, faith formation, pastoral ministry, and social action as an expression of prophetic and contextual faith.

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29-05-2026

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Vol. 2 No. 1 (2026)

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Eco-Ecclesiology: A Critique of the Anthropocentric Paradigm in Church Life. (2026). MARSAHALA: Journal of Religious and Cultural Studies, 2(1), 14-21. https://doi.org/10.64099/w6p6kg54

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