Abstract:Massive digital transformation has reshaped patterns of interaction, modes of thinking, and the spiritual construction of the millennial generation, thereby creating serious challenges for the church in nurturing a mature,…
e, authentic, and contextually relevant Christian faith. The abundance of information, instant culture, and growing skepticism toward religious institutions raise a critical research problem concerning how to formulate effective strategies to develop a theologically sound understanding of faith that is also adaptive to digital culture. This study aims to construct a strategic approach that bridges faith tradition and digital dynamics through a qualitative-reflective method based on recent theological literature and critical observation of digital ministry practices. The analysis identifies four primary strategies: contextual proclamation of faith, optimization of digital platforms as spaces for testimony and education, formation of supportive online communities, and strengthening digital and theological literacy among church leaders. The findings indicate that millennials possess a deep spiritual longing but seek integrity, open dialogue, and practical relevance of faith in daily life. The study concludes that a paradigmatic transformation of church ministry is necessary by positioning digital space as a participatory and dialogical locus of spiritual formation, while the novelty of this research lies in the systematic integration of theological reflection and contextual digital pastoral strategies as an adaptive ministry model for the millennial generation in the era of technological disruption.
Abstract:The advancement of digital technology has encouraged the adoption of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in online counseling services to enhance the accessibility and quality of mental health care. The emergence of AI through…
chatbots, virtual counselors, and digital mental health platforms presents various opportunities, challenges, and ethical implications that require comprehensive examination. This study aims to analyze the opportunities offered by AI, the challenges associated with its implementation, and the ethical implications of its use in online counseling services. The study employed a literature review method with a qualitative approach, examining 15 scientific articles published between 2016 and 2026. Data were analyzed using content analysis through the synthesis of findings from previous studies. The results indicate that AI has the potential to expand access to counseling services, improve service efficiency, support preliminary assessments, and facilitate the delivery of more personalized and data-driven interventions. However, the use of AI continues to face several challenges, including limitations in understanding human emotions and social contexts, the risk of inaccurate responses, algorithmic bias, and the potential for user dependency on technology. The most prominent ethical concerns involve privacy protection, data security, algorithmic transparency, system accountability, and professional responsibility. This study concludes that AI is more appropriately positioned as a supportive tool or co-counselor for professional counselors rather than a replacement for human practitioners. The novelty of this study lies in its integration of the opportunities, challenges, and ethical implications of AI into a comprehensive analytical framework.
Abstract:The advancement of digital technology has accelerated the adoption of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in e-counseling services to enhance the accessibility and efficiency of psychological support. While offering numerous benefits,…
nefits, the use of AI also presents challenges related to the quality of therapeutic relationships, privacy, data security, and ethical considerations. This study aims to analyze the role of AI, its impacts, and the ethical challenges emerging in e-counseling services through a Systematic Literature Review (SLR) approach. Data were collected from Google Scholar, GARUDA, ScienceDirect, SAGE Journals, and Crossref, covering publications from 2018 to 2026. The review of 13 selected articles revealed that AI serves as a supportive tool through chatbots, data analytics, preliminary assessments, and automated response systems that help expand access to counseling services and improve service responsiveness. The implementation of AI contributes positively by increasing efficiency and accessibility; however, it remains limited in understanding emotions, demonstrating empathy, and comprehending clients’ psychological contexts. The findings also indicate that privacy, data security, algorithmic transparency, and accountability constitute the primary ethical challenges that require careful attention. This study concludes that AI is more appropriately positioned as a complement to counselors rather than a substitute for human counselors. The novelty of this study lies in its integrated analysis of the roles, impacts, and ethical challenges of AI within a single framework, thereby providing a more comprehensive understanding of the development of e-counseling based on collaborative interaction between technology and professional counselors.
Abstract:Anxiety disorders in teenagers are a serious issue that can impact various aspects of their lives, such as social interactions, academic achievement, and emotional well-being. To address these challenges, group counseling…
g has proven to be an effective approach. In group counseling, teenagers can share their experiences with others facing similar issues, creating a supportive and understanding environment. Techniques like open discussions help them identify the causes of their anxiety more effectively, while role-playing allows them to practice new ways of dealing with anxiety-inducing situations. Relaxation exercises also assist them in developing skills to manage anxiety effectively in their daily lives. Literature studies indicate that group counseling not only reduces anxiety levels in teenagers but also enhances their social skills, self-confidence, and emotional resilience. With support from family, schools, and the community, group counseling can become a sustainable strategy in promoting teenagers' mental well-being. Therefore, it is important to consider that there is no one-size-fits-all approach for all teenagers. However, group counseling provides a safe and structured platform for teenagers to learn from each other, strengthen their coping skills, and make progress in overcoming their anxiety. With this approach, it is hoped that teenagers can build a strong foundation for their ongoing mental health.
Abstract:The purpose of this study is to investigate how organizational culture and workload affect the performance of functional Civil Servants (PNS) at the Regional People's Representative Council (DPRD) Secretariat of the Special…
ial Region of Yogyakarta (DIY), with job satisfaction acting as a mediator between the two. This research uses a quantitative approach through a survey, where data is collected by distributing questionnaires to functional PNS at the DPRD Secretariat of DIY. The results of this study show that organizational culture has a significant positive effect on employee performance, with a ß value of 0.229 and a P-value of 0.004. In contrast, workload has a negative impact on employee performance, with a ß value of -0.252 and a P-value of 0.001. Job satisfaction is proven to play a mediating role in the relationship between organizational culture and employee performance, with a ß value of 0.268 and a P-value of 0.000. Additionally, job satisfaction also mediates the negative relationship between workload and employee performance, with a ß value of -0.186 and a P-value of 0.001. These findings indicate that a supportive organizational culture and effective workload management can encourage improved employee performance, while job satisfaction strengthens the positive impact of both factors. This study emphasizes the importance of creating a supportive work culture, efficient workload management, and efforts to enhance job satisfaction in order to achieve optimal employee performance.
Abstract:This research examines Public Relations Management Strategies to Increase the Number of Students at SMP Negeri 6 Satap Baraka. The study focuses on how public relations management strategies enhance student enrollment at…
SMP Negeri 6 Satap Baraka, including supportive and inhibiting factors affecting the implementation of these strategies. The approach used is qualitative with a descriptive analysis. Data sources include the school principal, vice principal, PR team, committee, and the community. Data collection methods consist of interviews, observations, and documentation. Data analysis techniques involve data collection, data reduction, data display, and conclusion drawing. The results of this study indicate that public relations management strategies to increase student enrollment at SMP Negeri 6 Satap Baraka include: 1) Operational Strategies such as the PR team having specific efforts or mechanisms to manage PR programs involving the community and school committee; 2) Persuasive and Educational Strategies including distributing brochures containing the school's vision, mission, and advantages, as well as conducting socialization to emphasize the importance of education for children; 3) Social Responsibility Strategies like door-to-door visits to maintain relationships between the school and the community, and participating in community and institutional activities; 4) Collaboration Strategies involving partnerships with local health centers and participating in community work activities; 5) Supporting factors such as community support and maintaining harmonious relationships fostering good school credibility; 6) Inhibiting factors such as inadequate road infrastructure and the majority of parents being farmers, making it difficult to reach them. The triggering factor discouraging enrollment in this school is the presence of more competitive schools with larger student bodies and an Islamic environment.
Abstract:Extracurricular activity organizations are student communities at school that run outside of class hours. This organization focuses on non-academic activities that usually capture student’s interests and talents. Through…
gh this platform, students need to develop their abilities and improve these abilities with valuable results. Through the organization of extracurricular activities, students can get a supportive environment to support student motivation to achieve. Achievements are not only in the academic field, but can be found in non-academic fields. Therefore, the results of this research show that internal roles and external roles are very important factors in building a supportive platform for achievement. Thus, it can be concluded that the organization of extracurricular activities can be a forum for supporting achievement motivation in the non-academic field for students if the internal and external organizations can build each other and establish good relationships, especially focusing on the target of developing student motivation to excel in the extracurricular field which is carried out.
Abstract:Abstract: The Family Hope Program (PKH) is a government program that provides cash to Very Poor Households (RTSM) based on the terms and conditions that have been established by carrying out their obligations. The purpose…
e of the PKH is to reduce the number and break the poverty chain, improve the quality of human resources, and change behaviors that are less supportive of improving the welfare of the poorest groups. Determination of PKH aid recipients in the Coal Regency Social Service so far there are still shortcomings including not on target because the data of poor people is not up to date and the determination of criteria that have not been referred to the criteria that have been determined. For that, a system is needed that can help the process of determining PKH assistance recipients using the AHP and TOPSIS methods easily, quickly and precisely. This research aims to build the application of the decision support system of recipients of Family Hope Program (PKH) assistance in DinSos Coal Regency using AHP and TOPSIS methods. The results of this study can provide the best value based on predetermined criteria. Based on calculations using the AHP and TOPSIS methods, the decision was obtained that Rahmadan with a value of 1 and Nurul Ha with a value of 0.48 that deserved to be recommended as a recipient of PKH assistance.
Keyword: AHP; TOPSIS; Help; Family Hope Program
Abstrak: Program Keluarga Harapan (PKH) merupakan suatu program pemerintah yang memberikan uang tunai kepada Rumah Tangga Sangat Miskin (RTSM) berdasarkan persyaratan dan ketentuan yang telah ditetapkan dengan melaksanakan kewajibannya. Adapun tujuan dari PKH tersebut untuk mengurangi angka dan memutus rantai kemiskinan, meningkatkan kualitas SDM, serta mengubah perilaku yang kurang mendukung peningkatan kesejahteraan dari kelompok paling miskin. Penentuan penerima bantuan PKH pada Dinas Sosial Kabupaten Batu Bara selama ini masih terdapat kekurangan diantaranya yaitu tidak tepat sasaran yang disebabkan data warga miskin tidak up to date dan penentuan kriteria-kriteria yang belum mengacu pada kriteria yang telah ditentukan. Untuk itu diperlukan sistem yang dapat membantu proses penentuan penerima bantuan PKH menggunakan metode AHP dan TOPSIS dengan mudah, cepat dan tepat. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk membangun aplikasi sistem pendukung keputusan penerima bantuan Program Keluarga Harapan (PKH) pada DinSos Kabupaten Batu Bara menggunakan metode AHP dan TOPSIS. Hasil penelitian ini dapat memberikan perangkingan nilai terbaik berdasarkan kriteria yang telah ditentukan. Berdasarkan perhitungan dengan menggunakan metode AHP dan TOPSIS didapat keputusan bahwa Rahmadan dengan nilai 1 dan Nurul Ha dengan nilai 0.48 yang layak direkomendasi sebagai penerima bantuan PKH.
Kata kunci: AHP; TOPSIS; Bantuan; Program Keluarga Harapan
Abstract:Abstract: This community service (PkM) aims to provide training for teachers on how to create a supportive and fun learning environment for students in their classrooms. This PkM was carried out offline on Wednesday, 15…
November 2023, at 9.00-12.00 WIB. The main participants of the training were 33 teachers, consisting of two teachers of Learning Group for toddlers (KB), six teachers of Kindergarten (TK), ten teachers of Elementary School (SD), seven teachers of Junior High School (SMP), and eight teachers of Senior High School (SMA) in Yayasan Perguruan Kristen Indonesia (YPKI) Magelang. In the presentation session, the author discussed five main principles to help the PkM participants in creating a supportive and fun learning environment, namely: 1) using technology to make learning interesting and fun; 2) taking sufficient time to guide students to practice new learning materials; 3) making rules regarding how students should communicate and act; 4) creating supportive friendship groups; and 5) scheduling teacher professional development meetings in the school to learn from each other and share knowledge. The session concluded with a discussion with the PkM participants, implying that teachers must take an active role to create a supportive environment for their students.
Keywords: learning environment; learning; teaching; technology
Abstrak: Pengabdian kepada Masyarakat (PkM) ini bertujuan untuk memberikan pelatihan untuk para guru tentang bagaimana menciptakan lingkungan belajar yang suportif dan menyenangkan untuk para siswa mereka di dalam kelas. Kegiatan PkM ini dilaksanakan secara luring pada hari Rabu, 15 November 2023, jam 09.00-12.00 WIB. Peserta utama pelatihan ini adalah 33 orang guru, yang terdiri dari dua orang guru KB, enam orang guru TK, sepuluh orang guru SD, tujuh orang guru SMP, dan delapan orang guru SMA di bawah naungan Yayasan Perguruan Kristen Indonesia (YPKI) Magelang. Di dalam sesi pemaparan materi, penulis membahas lima prinsip utama untuk membantu para peserta PkM dalam menciptakan lingkungan belajar yang supotif dan menyenangkan tersebut. Kelima prinsip tersebut adalah: 1) menggunakan teknologi untuk membuat pembelajaran menjadi menarik dan menyenangkan; 2) meluangkan waktu yang cukup untuk membimbing siswa berlatih materi pembelajaran yang baru; 3) membuat peraturan terkait bagaimana siswa harus berkomunikasi dan bertindak; 4) membuat kelompok pertemanan yang saling mendukung; dan 5) menjadwalkan pertemuan pengembangan profesionalitas guru di sekolah untuk dapat saling belajar dan berbagi ilmu pengetahuan satu sama lainnya. Sesi diakhiri dengan diskusi dengan para peserta PkM yang menyiratkan bahwa guru harus berperan aktif dalam menciptakan lingkungan yang mendukung bagi siswa mereka.
Kata kunci: lingkungan belajar; pembelajaran; pengajaran; teknologi
Abstract:Young women in orphanages often experience psychosocial challenges, such as low self-esteem and experiences of bullying, which affect their emotional and social well-being. This service aims to improve self-concept through…
gh a peer group approach as a self-management strategy against the impact of bullying. The methods used include focused group discussions (FGD), education, peer group formation, role play, mentoring, and evaluation. The results show an increase in self-concept understanding, the formation of an active and supportive peer group, improvement in self-management skills, increased self-confidence, the development of peer group modules or guides, and the establishment of sustainable partnerships. Pre-test to post-test scores increased by an average of 1.4 points. Peer groups are effective in creating a safe environment and strengthening positive interactions between adolescents. This intervention has a positive impact on the psychosocial aspect and has the potential to be replicated in other orphanages as a form of promotive and preventive mental health. Cross-sectoral support, such as caregivers, educators, and health workers, is needed for sustainable programs and optimal results.
Keywords: bullying; self-concept; orphanage; peer group; young women
Abstrak: Remaja putri di panti asuhan sering mengalami tantangan psikososial, seperti rendahnya konsep diri dan pengalaman bullying, yang memengaruhi kesejahteraan emosional dan sosial mereka. Pengabdian ini bertujuan meningkatkan konsep diri melalui pendekatan peer group sebagai strategi manajemen diri terhadap dampak bullying. Metode yang digunakan meliputi diskusi kelompok terfokus (FGD), edukasi, pembentukan kelompok sebaya, role play, pendampingan, dan evaluasi. Hasil capaian menunjukkan peningkatan pemahaman konsep diri, terbentuknya peer group yang aktif dan suportif, peningkatan kemampuan manajemen diri, peningkatan rasa percaya diri, tersusunnya modul atau panduan peer group dan terjalinnya kemitraan berkelanjutan. Skor pre-test ke post-test naik rata-rata 1,4 poin. Peer group terbukti efektif menciptakan lingkungan aman dan memperkuat interaksi positif antarremaja. Intervensi ini memberikan dampak positif pada aspek psikososial dan berpotensi direplikasi di panti lain sebagai bentuk promotif dan preventif kesehatan mental. Dukungan lintas sektor seperti pengasuh, pendidik, dan tenaga kesehatan diperlukan agar program berkelanjutan dan hasilnya optimal.
Kata kunci: bullying; konsep diri; panti asuhan; peer group; remaja putri