Christian Ethics Study on Coral Reef Ecosystem Management in Perjuangan Village, Bolaang Mongondow Selatan District

Coral reef ecosystems are useful, among others, as a source of food, a habitat for marine biota, a source of livelihood, and a tourist attraction with high economic value. This study aims to: (i) explain and describe the condition of coral reefs and the factors that cause damage to coral reefs in Perjuangan Village, (ii) determine the role of the church in the management and maintenance of coral reef ecosystems in Perjuangan Village, and (ii) explain the Christian ethics in the management and maintenance of the coral reef ecosystem in Perjuangan Village. This research was conducted in Perjuangan Village, Pinolosian District, South Bolaang Mongondow Regency, using qualitative research methods. Data collection techniques used are observational participation, interviews, and documentation. Informants are determined through purposive sampling with a total of 30 people. The data collected were analyzed qualitatively according to the approach of Miles and Huberman. The results show (i) that the condition of coral reefs in the Perjuangan Village had been damaged with minor to moderate damage to the coral cover of 15-30%, (ii) the damage to coral reefs was caused by catching reef fish that used arrows with compressors, bombs, potassium poison, and tiger trawlers, (iii) the coral reef ecosystem in the Perjuangan Village is the work of God. Therefore the Church and the community have to prevent actions that damage the coral reef ecosystem, maintain coral reef ecosystems, improve coral reef ecosystems, and utilize coral reef ecosystems for human welfare wisely and responsibly.