Religious Broadcasting Research Articles

Countdown to the apocalypse: the legitimization of white Christian violence in religious programming on the History Channel

ABSTRACT This paper describes the results of a content analysis of the History Channel’s religious programming, which shows that roughly 44% of episodes about religion from 1996 to 2020 prioritize violence. Additionally, an ideological critique of 17 selected episodes reveals that non-Christian violence is portrayed as inherent to geographic contexts outside the United States while Christian violence is portrayed as justified, heroic, and exceptional. From this we show how the History Channel’s telling of religious history perpetuates the deep and troubling alliance between American identity and violent forms of white, Christian nationalism.

The Reluctant Broadcaster: C.S. Lewis Finds a New Voice

ABSTRACT C.S. Lewis conquered a variety of communication outlets before being asked to address the British people over the airwaves. In the eyes of the BBC, Lewis was the perfect candidate to speak to the nation about what it meant to be a Christian in a time of crisis. However, Lewis was not a natural behind a microphone; the BBC producers shaped him into a masterful broadcaster. This training would have a lasting effect on Lewis’s audiences and writing style. Very little has been written about the historical context of Lewis as a wartime broadcaster, its impact on him, his relationship with the BBC, and his role in creating contemporary Christian-mediated apologetics. This study utilizes a historical, cultural approach to explore C.S. Lewis’s transition from writer and lecturer to religious broadcaster and his influence on Britain’s cultural and religious attitudes during wartime as he mastered a new communication style. Early in the Second World War, Lewis contemplated the significance of scholarly activities while the world was at war. A wounded veteran of the First World War, he understood the realities of war. As a middle-aged writer, lecturer, and apologist, he was now looking to define his potential contribution to the raging global conflict. In the end, the answer to Lewis’s question was found in the most unlikely place … behind a microphone.

Moderasi Beragama : Analisis Kebijakan dan Strategi Penguatan di Kementerian Agama Republik Indonesia

Religious moderation is currently a very interesting discussion, not only among academics but also among the public. The emergence of the phenomenon of intolerance and radicalism certainly becomes asbabun nuzul from moderation so the Ministry of Religion of the Republic of Indonesia feels the need to make religious moderation a policy focus. This paper aims to reveal policy analysis and strategies for strengthening religious moderation in the context of education in Indonesia. The research method used is qualitative with the type of library research using the note-taking technique. The results of this study indicate that the policy of strengthening religious moderation is contained in the 2020-2024 RPJMN which promotes strengthening religious moderation through 5 (five) strategies to strengthen religious moderation including; religious broadcasting, education system, management of houses of worship, management of public spaces, and Islamic boarding schools. However, the focus and findings in this study lead to the implementation of the education system in Islamic Higher Education, in which houses of religious moderation are formed at State Islamic Universities in Indonesia.

Problematika Manajemen Pondok Pesantren

Islamic boarding schools are Islamic educational institutions that are full of learning about religious knowledge, such as classical books and other Shari'ah books. Islamic boarding schools are typical Indonesian educational institutions that grow amidst communities that have proven their independence. Pesantren has a meaning that continues to change along with its development over time. Islamic boarding schools can be defined as educational institutions as well as Islamic religious broadcasting institutions. In this case, the researcher discusses the problems found in Islamic boarding schools, including in the management system. The systematics of writing this paper uses the Library Research or Literature Review method, which has a research focus on books, journals and magazines related to the studies raised in the paper. There are various kinds of management problems in Islamic boarding schools, ranging from facilities, spatial planning, learning to the quality of teacher human resources. This research contributes to managerial learning literacy in Islamic boarding schools so that it can become a reference and reference.

Student Responses to the Policy of KPID West Java Regarding Religious Programs in Television

The study aimed to explain and analyze Student Responses to Policy Circular Number 1 of 2022 KPID West Java concerning Religious Programs in Television. Policy Circular containing guidelines for radio and television broadcasting institutions in West Java regarding how religious broadcasts should be carried out. This research uses a qualitative approach with a case study method with a single case. Primary data were obtained from in-depth and focused interviews with informants, field observations in the form of notes about situations and events, and informant data. Researchers selected all informants in this study using purposive and snowball sampling techniques. College students are aware of the circular letter through the West Java KPID website and social media, watch religious broadcasts that offend other religions, appreciate this circular letter, and hope that the quality of religious broadcasts will increase and support national integration. College students participate actively by criticizing religious issues, being responsive in reporting violations of religious programs, and educating those closest to them about broadcasting policies. The research conclusion is that West Java KPID Circular Letter Number 1 of 2022 is relevant in overcoming broadcasting problems developing in West Java. KPID is responsive in its efforts to create inter-religious harmony and national integration through its policies.

The Role of the Regional Indonesian Broadcasting Commission in Improving the Quality of Local Religious Broadcasts

This research examines the participation and activities carried out by the Yogyakarta Province Regional Indonesian Broadcasting Commission (KPID) to improve the quality of broadcasting of religious shows as local broadcasts. KPID Yogyakarta Province is a supervisory body and takes action if broadcasting institutions do not comply with broadcasting regulations. As a state regulatory body with authority at the local level to improve broadcast quality, KPID Yogyakarta Province can take action if violations are found regarding broadcasts presented by broadcasting institutions. Using a qualitative approach with the application of descriptive analysis techniques, this research uses the theory of role aspects according to Biddle and Thomas in the form of Expectation, Norm, Performance, Evaluation, and Sanction. The results of this research produced several findings. First, in the expectation aspect, KPID Yogyakarta Province hopes that religious shows can become events that are popular and needed by the public. Second, regarding the Norm aspect, KPID Yogyakarta Province uses the 2002 Broadcasting Law No. 32, Broadcasting Behavior Guidelines / Broadcast Program Standards (P3/SPS), and 2016 Regional Regulation No. 13 concerning Broadcasting Operations as a valid guideline for improving the quality of local broadcasts on religious broadcasts. Third, in terms of performance, KPID Yogyakarta is involved in intense activities with local television stations, the government, and the community. Fourth, in the Evaluation and Sanction aspect, Yogyakarta Province KPID follows up on indications of violations and gives several award categories in the form of the best Religion and Belief Broadcasts every year to broadcasting institutions that have complied with broadcasting regulations.

Management Strategy and Challenges for Religious Radio Stations in Malaysia

The landscape of radio transmission has changed as a result of the advent of digital technologies. It has indirectly affected how people listen to the radio. This study seeks to understand how religious radio stations stay relevant in radio industry when commercial radio rules. Hence, this research aims to determine the factors contributing to religious radio sustainability and its challenges in the digital age. This research used a qualitative approach by interviewing religious radio station managers. The findings reveal that management strategy is the core factor influencing community response to religious radio. Even though commercial radio dominates the radio business in the country, there is no competition between religious and commercial radio. Nevertheless, the commercial radio seeks to emulate religious radio strategy, unexpectedly. By defining the target listeners and using a good scheduling structure, management has proven to be the cornerstone of religious radio stations' success.

Assessing Contrasting Approaches to Dacwah on Radio in Ilorin, Nigeria

This research examines the role of media, specifically radio, in the dissemination of Islamic teachings through da’wah (the act of inviting people to Islam). In the context of contemporary Islamic scholarship, the study conducts a comparative analysis of two influential Islamic radio programs in Nigeria: "Madrasatu dalilis shar’i" and "Manhaju Ahlus Sunah wal Jama’a". These programs, hosted by Professor Abdulrahman Ahmad and Alfa Ali Jabata respectively, showcase distinct styles and methodologies in their approach to preaching Islam, reflecting the diverse interpretations and applications of Islamic teachings in modern media. The research employs descriptive analysis and a quantitative approach, including observations, interviews, and documentation. Interviews with forty Muslim scholars and academics provide insights into the content, relevance, and impact of these programs. The study reveals that while "Madrasatu dalilis shar’i" focuses on jurisprudential issues with an academic perspective, "Manhaju Ahlus Sunah wal Jama’a" adopts a more critical stance towards other Islamic sects and interpretations. The findings highlight the significant role of media in shaping the understanding and practice of Islam among contemporary Muslim audiences. The study underscores the necessity for media, especially radio, in effectively disseminating Islamic teachings, given its wide reach and influence. However, it also points to the challenges and responsibilities associated with using media for religious propagation, including the need for accuracy, respect for diverse viewpoints, and avoidance of sectarianism. In conclusion, the research emphasizes the crucial role of media in Islamic da’wah and recommends the establishment of regulatory institutions to oversee religious broadcasting. It suggests organizing workshops and seminars to enhance the effectiveness of da’wah through media, ensuring that the message of Islam is conveyed in a manner that is respectful, inclusive, and adaptable to the contemporary context.

The Role of Television Media in Shaping People's Perceptions of Religion

The media plays an important role in shaping people's perception of religion. So great is the role of the media in shaping public opinion towards religion, both building a positive image and a negative image. The purpose of this study is how the role of television mass media in shaping people's perception of religion. The research method used in this study is qualitative descriptive method. The role of television media in shaping people's perception of religion to create a more varied and innovative religious broadcast package, so as to invite viewers' interest, it is necessary to pay attention to the principles of television broadcasting in Islam and some theories of mass communication related to television broadcasting

NILAI-NILAI KEBANGSAAN DALAM PROGRAM TAYANGAN RELIGI DI STASIUN TELEVISI

Religious broadcast programs on television stations always get the highest quality index compared to other broadcast programs. The results of the Television Broadcasting Program Quality Index Survey conducted by the Indonesian Broadcasting Commission (KPI) always place religious broadcast programs with the best index. This study specifically describes how national values ​​appear in religious broadcast programs on television stations. This research uses critical discourse analysis. The research sample was taken from religious broadcast programs on television stations that aired from January to April 2022. Primary data were obtained from religious broadcasts from television stations. Secondary data in the form of publication data from the Indonesian Broadcasting Commission (KPI). Data analysis was carried out at the micro (textual analysis), meso (discourse analysis), and macro (social context analysis) levels. The results of the study indicate that national values ​​that appear in religious broadcast programs on television are still dominated by normative discourse originating from the state which is associated with Islamic values. This can not be separated from the event's resource persons who come from state sources and there are still few other speakers who discuss national values.

Issue Notes

The following papers were presented to the Canadian Society of Church History, but were not made available for publication: Eleanor Stebner, “Apologizing for Past Wrongs: A Step Towards Global Citizenship?”; Marguerite Van Die, “‘What God hath joined . . .’: Religious Perspectives on Marriage and Divorce in Late Victorian Canada”; Darren Dochuk, “Hillybilly Preachers, Plain Folk, and ‘Ham and Eggs’: California’s Tumultuous Turn from Depression-era Populism to Post-war Conservatism”; Gary Miedema,“‘A Christian Country’: Religious Broadcasting and the Canadian Broadcasting Corporation, 1938-1960”; Sachiyo Takashima, “Women Who Made a Great Bridge Between North America and Japan: Gwen Norman and Haru Matsukata Reischauer, and their Efforts to Create Mutual Understanding”; and Gordon Heath, “‘Forming Sound Public Opinion’: Late Victorian Canadian Protestant Press and Nation-Building.” The conference also included a joint session with the Canadian Theological Society on “A Pilgrimage in Progress: A History of the United Church of Canada.”

Political economy of televangelism:

Mass media practices are generally of a "top down' nature. Messages manufactured by media institutions favour dominant perspectives. They are transmitted unilinearly and largely exclude the voices of ordinary people, the poor and the socially marginalised.Even in transitionary moments as occurred in Zimbabwe, the pre-revolutionary flow of communication from above is rarely transformed by new 'democratic' elites. This paper contests assumptions which have led to the monopoly of media practices by dominant elites.It is argued that there are no necessary technological or theological reasons why religious broadcasting should not be of a bottom-up kind which expresses and on gages various kinds of discourses. Individuals should have freedom to explore different perspectives in terms of their own class, ethnic, historical, language, gender, and cultural experiences. In the light of this perspective, in the first section below, we offer a political economy of televangelismTelevangelism we define as exhortatory messages broadcast by nondemoninational preachers who finance their network and cable programmes by appeals to their viewers (Biernatzki 1991:1). Teleministries refers to the institutional business operations and structures run by televangelists.

Juridic Overview Agreement Changes On Sharia Bank Merger

The purpose of this study is to find out the terms of the customer agreement with Bank Rakyat Syariah, National Bank of Indonesia Syariah and Bank Mandiri Syariah and find out the resolution of the problem of changing customer agreements with Islamic Banks that have merged. This study uses a normative approach. The side effect of the review shows that Islamic banks will become banks that work according to Sharia Standards, particularly the main rules of the Qur'an and Hadith. Several changes related to customers with BSI are the transformation of Heritage Cards, namely the replacement of check cards that actually bear the heritage bank logo (Mandiri Syariah, BRI Syariah and BNI Syariah) into charge cards with the BSI logo to match the heritage bank. latest marking after consolidation. Sharia banking operations are based on the principles of fairness, partnership, transparency, and universality. Settlement of changes to customer agreements with Islamic banks that have merged that new trust funds and legal responsibilities have been established under the Law on the Protection of Religious Freedom (Law Number 3 of 2006, Law on Religious Courts). As stated in Article 49 letter I of the 2012 Religious Broadcasting Law, this authority was expanded.

IMPLEMENTASI DA’WAH BI AL LISAN DAN DA’WAH BI AL HAL (Studi Pengembangan majelis ta’lim Asy Syarifah Desa Tambung Kec. Pademawu Kab. Pamekasan)

The essence of Islamic da'wah is an invitation or call in the way of Allah subhanahu wa ta'ala (SWT), for goodness and truth in accordance with the teachings of the Qur'an. This study aims to determine the implementation of da'wah bi al lisan and bi al hal in the Asy Syarifah ta'lim assembly in Tambung Village, Kec. pademawu. Benefits Theoretically is expected to be a benchmark for the development of science, especially in the field of Islamic religious broadcasting. In fact, it is hoped that the congregation will be able to apply all forms of practice both theoretically and practically in everyday life. The da'wah method is a method used by da'i to convey messages, information, knowledge to themselves and others. This means that the message of da'wah is conveyed and implemented in the real life of the congregation. This research uses a qualitative descriptive research type. The main data source for the management and members of the Asy Syarifah ta'lim assembly. Data collection techniques are interviews, observation, and documentation. This qualitative research uses inductive data analysis techniques, builds on certain facts, then analyzes and finally finds a general solution to the problem. After analyzing the data, it was found that the method used by the preacher was (manhaj) iqtibas, which is a process carried out to draw a conclusion (istidlal) to understand and interpret the true nature of da'wah. Da'wah/represents the essence of da'wah, True Islam, Experimental Islam, Historical Islam, or Islam that is lived by experience in society. In the implementation process, the da'wah method carried out by the da'i at the ta'lim assembly consists of three stages, namely: Ta'rif (transference), namely the da'wah stage which aims to bring knowledge and knowledge. change. Ignorance becomes an Islamic view, Takwin (coaching), which is the stage where a person begins to pay more attention to objects with the aim of conveying a state of mind (fikroh) that Islam is starting to give the subject of da'wah an opportunity to do charity and tanfidz (charity), namely steps that provide a point press on an outcome given by Allah SWT the reward for giving impetus to work and where the subject of da'wah was previously transformed into the subject of da'wah.

The Potential of Catholic Schools: Public Virtues through Private Voucher

Recent US Supreme Court cases signal a likely increase in calls for K-12 school choice programs that include the option of enrolling in religious schools. In turn, criticism of religious school-inclusive school choice programming is likely to shift to policy and values-based critiques. This article addresses two allegations of Catholic primary and secondary school deficiencies in achieving objectives important to a pluralist society, allegations that would invalidate indirect state support of Catholic schools. By analyzing the aesthetics of Hans Georg Gadamer and Aristotelian moral theory in light of American Catholic schools’ potential, this paper rejects claims that Catholic education is unlikely to meet core needs of a contemporary pluralist society.

Religious Involvement and DSM-IV Anxiety Disorders Among African-Americans.

This study examined the relationship between eight measures of religious involvement and five anxiety disorders among a nationally representative sample of African-Americans ( N = 3403). The Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, 4th Edition , World Mental Health Composite International Diagnostic Interview was used to assess 12-month and lifetime prevalence for each disorder. Logistic regression indicated weekly service attendance was inversely associated with 12-month and lifetime panic disorder, lifetime agoraphobia, and 12-month and lifetime posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD). Prayer was inversely associated with 12-month agoraphobia, 12-month social phobia, and lifetime PTSD. Listening to religious radio and looking to God for strength were also inversely related to, respectively, 12-month and lifetime panic disorder. Conversely, reading religious materials was positively associated with 12-month panic disorder, 12-month agoraphobia, lifetime PTSD, and lifetime generalized anxiety disorder. The results are discussed in light of conceptual models that specify multiple and sometimes divergent pathways through which religion impacts health, and suggestions for clinicians addressing anxiety disorders are delineated.

Increasing Youth Political Engagement with Efficacy Not Obligation: Evidence from a Workshop-Based Experiment in Zambia.

In many places around the world, young voters participate in politics at low rates. What factors might increase youth political participation? We investigate one possibility: exposure to a religious message that emphasizes the possibility of change through faithful action. We argue that this message, which is common in religious groups that attract large numbers of youth around the world, addresses several barriers to political participation by young voting-age adults. Working in collaboration with the major religious coalitions in Zambia, we randomly assigned young adults (18–35 years old) into civic engagement workshops. Identical informational material, based on pre-existing, non-partisan curricula, was presented in each workshop. Workshops then concluded with one of two randomly assigned, pre-recorded Christian motivational messages based on existing religious programming in Zambia. In some workshops, the concluding message emphasized a Christian obligation to work towards the greater good. In other workshops, the message emphasized the power of faith to make change in the world. We found that the power of faith message moved workshop participants to be more willing to participate in protest, to disavow political violence, and to criticize other people who choose not to participate, relative to pre-workshop measures and to an information-only condition. By contrast, the message focused on an obligation to the greater good did not change political participation, resulting in lower willingness to participate in politics than the power of faith message. We discuss implications for youth political participation and the study of religion and politics.Supplementary InformationThe online version contains supplementary material available at 10.1007/s11109-022-09794-2.

Ambiguity of Television’s Religious Broadcasting Programs: Between Education or Reality

A peaceful life is one of the essential hopes of every individual. This hope was captured as an opportunity by the media industry to produce religious broadcast television programs. Religious programs get viewers’ attention shown through high ratings that can attract advertisers. The problem that occurs is related to broadcast quality. The function of the media is as a means of education and information. This study uses a qualitative approach with a descriptive study to describe the results of the study. The results showed an imbalance of religious broadcast content, which tended to Islamic content. Some programs even display horror and mystical which is not in accordance with the religious content. Almost all religious program broadcasters are stuck on the strength of the program name and the figure of the messenger. This imbalance shows the ambiguity of the function of mass media as an educational medium.

End Times and Architectural Style on the Christian Campus

This paper examines the idea of architectural style on evangelical Christian campuses built during the Cold War, a period during which religious cosmologies came into contact with the prospect of nuclear disaster, allowing for a temporary alliance between secular and religious visions of the end of human history. In this context of Cold War-era end-of-the-world thinking, and in relation to the biblical anticipation of the apocalypse, I consider the contrasting choices of so-called futuristic and neo-vernacular idioms in the building projects of television evangelists. What does it mean to revive styles of the past, or to build in a mode oriented toward the future, when the end of history is imminent? Design undertaken within the framework of assumed apocalyptic narratives troubles notions of permanence and durability—historically vital terms for thinking about building. The paper takes two primary case studies: Robertson’s Regent University in Virginia Beach, which hosts the Christian Broadcasting Network and was built in a “Jeffersonian” vernacular; and Oral Roberts’s Tulsa university, unique at the time for its gilded modernism.

‘Touch the screen’: Christian Television and its Influence and Challenge to the Church in South Africa

‘Touch the screen’: Christian Television and its Influence and Challenge to the Church in South Africa