Mixed-methods analysis explores Lenten awareness through the Way of the Cross in Basic Ecclesial Communities, suggesting improvements in faith practices.
This article examines the role of the Way of the Cross devotion in fostering Lenten awareness among members of Basic Ecclesial Communities (BECs) in the Parish of the Sacred Heart of Jesus, Weekombaka, Indonesia. Employing a mixed-methods approach with an exploratory sequential design, the study integrates qualitative data from in-depth interviews and quantitative data collected from 100 respondents. The analytical framework is grounded in the Trilogy of Mind, encompassing the cognitive, affective, and conative dimensions of faith awareness. The findings indicate that the Way of the Cross significantly strengthens affective engagement and communal bonds among the faithful. However, an important pastoral anomaly emerges: while participation in charitable practices is relatively high, personal practices of prayer and fasting remain comparatively low. This imbalance reflects a partial understanding of Lenten spirituality. The article argues that, when integrated with catechesis and sacramental life, the Way of the Cross can serve as an effective pastoral medium for fostering a holistic awareness of Lent. It concludes with contextual pastoral recommendations for strengthening faith formation within Basic Ecclesial Communities.
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