About the Journal

The Journal of Religious and Socio-Cultural (JRSC) is a peer-reviewed academic journal published by Widya Agape School of Theology, in cooperation with the Indonesia Christian Theologians Association (ICTA) umber 107/SU.KET/PTAKI/2023 and Relawan Jurnal Indonesia (RJI). It is published biannually in April and October with e-ISSN: 2808-1595. JRSC is accredited by the Ministry of Education and Culture of Indonesia (Decree No. 177/E/KPT/2024, October 15, 2024; SINTA 5).

The Journal of Religious and Socio-Cultural was first published in Vol. 1, No. 1 (2020). All submitted manuscripts undergo a rigorous double-blind peer review process, ensuring that both the reviewers’ and authors’ identities remain anonymous throughout the evaluation process.

Focus and Scope

JRSC is dedicated to advancing interdisciplinary research in the fields of religious studies and socio-cultural studies, with a particular emphasis on the Indonesian context. The journal provides a scholarly platform for researchers, academics, and practitioners to critically engage with issues at the intersection of religion, culture, and society.

The scope of JRSC includes, but is not limited to:

  • Inter-religious theology and dialogue across different faith traditions

  • Philosophy of religion and contemporary religious thought

  • Historical studies of religion, theology, and socio-cultural movements

  • Linguistics and language studies related to religious texts, discourse, and practices

  • Practical theology and the application of religious teachings in contemporary society

  • Mysticism and spirituality within diverse religious traditions

  • Socio-cultural issues related to religion, including pluralism, identity, ethics, and community development

By embracing an interdisciplinary perspective, JRSC seeks to foster academic exchange and contribute to a deeper understanding of the dynamic relationship between religion and socio-cultural realities, particularly within the Indonesian context, while also engaging with global and comparative perspectives.