Religious Communication in Local Radio Broadcasting: A Case Study of the Dakwah Program on Dakwatul Musthofa 88.3 FM Rogotrunan Lumajang

Abstract

Dakwah in the modern era has undergone significant transformation in line with the development of digital technology. In the classical era, dakwah was synonymous with pulpits and face-to-face meetings, but today mass media such as radio remains relevant as a means of religious communication. This study aims to analyze the role of Radio Dakwatul Musthofa 88.3 FM Lumajang as a local dakwah media using the Agenda Setting theory. A qualitative approach was used to examine broadcast programs, including religious lectures, interactive dialogues, Quran recitations, and off-air activities. The results of the study show that this radio station's 24-hour broadcasts are able to shape public attention to religious issues, increase religious understanding, and strengthen social bonds among communities across regions