Staying Power: How Organizational Commitment Bridges Workplace Spirituality and Intention to Stay in a Faith-Based School Context

Fuji Hendra Wibawa; Djoko Suprayetno

doi:10.55927/eajmr.v4i10.416

Authors

Fuji Hendra Wibawa Mataram University
Djoko Suprayetno Mataram University

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.55927/eajmr.v4i10.416

Keywords:

Workplace Spirituality, Organizational Commitment, Intention To Stay, Faith-Based School

Abstract

This study seeks to investigate the impact of Workplace Spirituality on Intention to Stay, mediated by Organizational Commitment, enhancing the comprehension of employee retention in faith-based organizations. A quantitative approach was employed, surveying 91 teachers at MAN 1 Selong using structured questionnaires during July-September 2025. Data were analyzed using SmartPLS 4, assessing outer loadings, convergent and discriminant validity, reliability, R², effect size (f²), and both direct and indirect effects. Results indicate that Workplace Spirituality significantly affects Intention to Stay through both direct and indirect pathways via Organizational Commitment. The results emphasize the significance of fostering spiritual and organizational support to enhance employee retention in educational institutions.

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