MAKNA LOKALITAS “GEREJA MARIA” DI PAROKI ADMINISTRATIF MATER DEI BONOHARJO

Abstract

This research aims to discover the theological reflections found in a work of art that is the result of an artist's reflection. The author intends to investigate a case study of a religious sculpture, namely the Virgin Mary, presented in an unusual manner. This sculpture located in the Administrative Parish of Mater Dei Bonoharjo, Wates, Kulon Progo, D.I. Yogyakarta, in its local context. It is a work of art with hidden theological and aesthetic meanings. The study is further deepened using a literature review method from various relevant sources. To obtain more accurate data, the author conducted an interview with Mr. Ismanto, a sculptor from Muntilan, Central Java. The research findings by the author state that the role of Mary is not only as the Mother of Jesus but also as the Mother of the Church. Thanks to Mary's motherhood, the Church also appears as a mother who nurtures the children of God. Art is a means to express the fruit of faith reflection on encountering God. Art is often viewed merely as decoration, without delving deeper into the fact that a work of art is the result of someone's contemplation. In every art creation process, there is a 'soul' left in the artwork.