Darwin Lumbantobing (born 22 August 1956) is an Indonesian religious leader, public speaker, and author who served as the 16th Ephorus of Huria Kristen Batak Protestan (HKBP), a Protestant Christian denomination in Indonesia from 2016 to 2020. He was succeeded by Robinson Butarbutar
Darwin Lumbantobing | |
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![]() Lumbantobing in 2019 | |
16th Ephorus of HKBP | |
In office September 15, 2016[1] – September 19, 2020[2] | |
Preceded by | Willem Tumpal Pandapotan Simarmata |
Succeeded by | Robinson Butarbutar[3] |
Personal details | |
Born | Kisaran, Asahan Regency. North Sumatra, indonesia | August 22, 1956
Spouse | Mantasia Br. Siahaan[3] |
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Early life and education
editLumbantobing was born in the city of Rawang, North Sumatra, Indonesia. He was raised in a Christian family and was heavily influenced by his faith from a young age. He received his education in local schools and later studied theology at a seminary in STT HKBP Nommensen Pematangsiantar. He graduated with honors.
Career
editAfter completing his studies, Lumbantobing began working as a pastor within the BCPC. He quickly progressed through the ranks and was appointed as the Ephorus of the church in 2016. As Ephorus, Lumbantobing was responsible for overseeing the spiritual and administrative aspects of the HKBP. He is also actively involved in community outreach and social welfare programs. Under Lumbantobing's leadership, the HKBP has seen growth in terms of membership and influence. He has received recognition for his contributions to the HKBP and society at large. In addition to his work within the HKBP, Lumbantobing is also a public speaker and author.[4] He has written several books on theology and spiritual development. Lumbantobing has received several awards and accolades in recognition of his contributions to the BCPC and society as a whole. He is considered to be one of the most influential leaders in the Christian community in Indonesia.
References
edit- ^ Tigor Munthe (September 16, 2016). "Darwin Lumbantobing Terpilih Jadi Ephorus HKBP". hkbp.or.id. Retrieved July 16, 2018.
- ^ RedaksiSpektrum (September 19, 2021). "Masa Jabatan Ephorus". majalahspektrum.com. Retrieved May 11, 2021.
- ^ a b c "Profil Pimpinan". hkbp.or.id. Retrieved May 11, 2021.
- ^ redaksi (2020-08-16). "Ephorus Darwin Lumbantobing Tempatkan Pdt Hardi Bontor Lumbantobing Sebagai Pendeta Ressort, Jemaat dan Sintua Gereja HKBP Rawamangun Gelar Aksi Penolakan Keras". SINAR KEADILAN | BERANI TAJAM TERPERCAYA (in Indonesian). Retrieved 2023-01-26.