Romo Josep Susanto is a well-known and highly respected Catholic priest from Indonesia who is deeply dedicated to biblical apostolate, catechesis, and faith formation for the laity.

1. Identity and Background Religious Order: He is a diocesan priest (not a member of a specific religious order like Jesuit or Franciscan). He was ordained for the *Archdiocese of Jakarta*. Education: He holds a Licentiate in Sacred Scripture (LSS) from the Pontifical Biblical Institute in Rome (""Biblicum""), which is one of the world's most prestigious institutions for biblical studies. This high-level qualification makes him a recognized scripture scholar in the Indonesian Catholic Church.

2. Bible Learning Ministry His primary mission is to make the Bible accessible and understandable to everyday Catholics. His approach is not academic in a dry sense but is designed to deepen spiritual life and personal connection with God's Word.
His teachings and materials are known for being: * Deep yet Practical:He explains the historical, literary, and theological context of the scriptures in a way that is easy to grasp and apply to daily life. * Faithful to Catholic Teaching: All his interpretations are in full communion with the teachings of the Catholic Church and the guidance of the Church's Magisterium. * Engaging: He is a gifted speaker with a calm, clear, and often humorous delivery that keeps his audience engaged.

3. Platforms and How to Access His Teachings His content is widely available online, making it very accessible. The main platforms are:
* YouTube: This is the primary source for his content. You can find thousands of videos on his channel. * Channel Name: Romo Josep Susanto * Content Includes: * In-Depth Bible Study (Sharing Kitab Suci): Series on specific books of the Bible (e.g., Genesis, Gospels, Letters of Paul). * Sunday Gospel Reflections (*Renungan Minggu): Explanations of the Gospel reading for the upcoming Sunday. * Catechesis: Talks on Catholic doctrines, sacraments, and morality. * Q&A Sessions: Where he answers questions from viewers about faith and the Bible. * Live Sessions: He regularly holds live online Bible study sessions via YouTube or Zoom, which are then archived on his channel. He also gives talks and retreats in parishes all over Indonesia and abroad.

4. Key Characteristics of His Teachings * Christocentric: He consistently focuses on how all scriptures point to Jesus Christ. * Focus on Personal Encounter: The goal of his Bible study is not just knowledge, but fostering a personal encounter with God. * Use of the Historical-Critical Method: As a trained biblicist, he uses methods approved by the Church to understand what the biblical authors intended to convey to their original audience, which then illuminates the message for us today.