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Faith is the basic attitude of man to welcome God who reveals Himself to man. SEKAMI faith building activity is an activity to build children's faith so that the child's faith is more firm and knows God better. SEKAMI companions are messengers of Allah to proclaim His word for SEKAMI children. The purpose of this paper is to find out how the role of SEKAMI companions in fostering children's faith at the Saint Romanus Sifaoroasi Simanaere Lolohowa Station. This study uses a qualitative method with an observation and interview approach. The data obtained will be analyzed and described narratively by referring to several books, related articles. The findings of this study are found that SEKAMI Companions play a very important role in fostering the faith of children at the Saint Romanus Sifaoroasi Simanaere Lolohowa Station. This is reflected in the personality of SEKAMI's companion who is close to Jesus and becomes a friend to SEKAMI's children.

Background: The Ministry of Health has created the Maternal and Child Health (MCH) Book to document essential health services for mothers and children, including vaccinations, nutrition, and developmental milestones, from pregnancy until the child is five years old. However, many pregnant women remain unaware of the MCH book (KIA book) due to a lack of interest in reading about it. This study aimed to explore the relationship between pregnant women's reading interests and their knowledge with the MCH book at PMB Ni Ketut Sunarthi, SST. Method: Utilizing a cross-sectional and correlational analytical approach, the study involved a sample of 40 participants selected through complete sampling. Data analysis was conducted using the Spearman rank test. Results: Results showed that 57.5% of respondents (23 individuals) expressed a strong interest in reading the MCH book and were mostly knowledgeable about it (50%). Among those with moderate interest (8 individuals), 80% had adequate knowledge, while 71.4% of the 5 individuals with low interest had insufficient knowledge. Conclusion: The study revealed a significant correlation, with a p-value of 0.001, indicating that pregnant women's reading interest is linked to their knowledge of KIA literature at PMB Ni Ketut Sunarthi, SST in 2024. Pregnant women are encouraged to engage with pregnancy literature to enhance their understanding.

This study evaluates the effectiveness of the “Aku Senang Belajar Membaca” book, de signed based on the Montessori method, for early childhood learners aged 3–7 years. Em ploying a Systematic Literature Review (SLR), this research synthesizes findings from literature published between 2015 and 2025. The book, structured in four levels with culturally relevant Indonesian vocabulary and supported by Montessori materials like sandpaper letters, fosters reading interest, letter recognition, and confidence in early reading. Results indicate that integrating the book with Montessori media enhances phonological awareness, motivation, and engagement in literacy activities. These find ings underscore the importance of contextual and concrete learning materials for early childhood education, offering insights for educators and curriculum developers to improve literacy interventions in Indonesia.

This scouting activity will go through several stages until in the end the students receive the character education referred to by the author. The first stage is basic, namely an introduction to the history of "World Scouts and Scouts in Indonesia." By getting to know the history of scouting, it is hoped that students will be more interested and enthusiastic in taking part in the next activities. The expected character education is high curiosity. The second stage, began to introduce some scouting materials such as Box 1 Password and Semaphore. On the other hand, there is a replacement program, namely Scouting Extracurricular Activity Training with the majority of participants being students from SD Negeri Karanggintung 01 and 02. This program is held every Wednesday and Friday or can be adjusted to unexpected situations and conditions. The Scouting Program continues to be successfully implemented and of course cannot be separated from the help of several related parties. The author even implemented a calligraphy training program to develop and foster interest in the talents of elementary school age children.

As a multicultural country, Indonesia grows and develops with various cultural structures, ethnicities, religions and races. The diversity that occurs for a long time makes it possible for marriages with different religions to occur. Interfaith marriage in the Catholic Church is not allowed, but there is a dispensation so there are people who do it. As happened at the Sacred Heart of Jesus Simo Church, Boyolali, from the data for 2018-2023, there were 41 marriages and 9 of them were married to different religions (Cult Disparity). This phenomenon occurs due to several things including a lack of appreciation of faith, not enough socializing in the Church, pregnancy outside of marriage, a high sense of tolerance, many public schools in the village, places of worship that are close enough to allow the existence of many followers of other religions. The purpose of this research is to find out the nature of marriage of interfaith marriage couples, the application of children's faith education and the development of parents' faith from interfaith marriages. This research uses a descriptive qualitative method with interviews with informants. The results showed that the impact of interfaith marriage on the faith education of children under five is positive because since infancy they have been baptized in accordance with the nature of Catholic marriage. Based on the results of the study, each partner respects and supports the other's beliefs in the midst of differences. In educating children's faith in the golden age period, they can be baptized.    

Background: The Ministry of Home Affairs of the Republic of Indonesia stated that only 14% of the population have reported their blood type in their civil identification, while the rest have either not reported it or are not unaware of their blood type. The majority of the population does not yet understand the importance of knowing their blood type, particularly in the context of healthcare. Purpose: This community service activity aimed to enhance the knowledge and awareness of junior high school (SMP) students in Denpasar regarding the importance of knowing their blood type as part of personal identity and preparedness in medical situations. Method: The activity was carried out through interactive education about the blood type system and its significance in healthcare, as well as direct blood type screening by a medical team. Participants included 7th-grade students, school organization members, and teachers who had not previously known their blood type. Result:The results showed that the majority of students had blood type O (48.69%) and were Rhesus positive (99.48%). The activity also demonstrated high enthusiasm among students and an increased understanding of the blood type system, reflected in the improvement of the average pre-test and post-test scores from 3.49 to 4.04. Conclussion:Through this activity, it is expected that students can become health literacy agents in their schools and communities.

Public transportation is a primary necessity for supporting daily activities in Denpasar City. One mode of transport that plays a strategic role is the Trans Sarbagita Bus. As a mass transportation service, this bus system is expected to provide effective, efficient, and affordable mobility. This study aims to analyze: (1) public perception of the effectiveness of the Trans Sarbagita Bus service; (2) the simultaneous effect of accessibility, punctuality, and ticket price on service effectiveness; (3) the partial effect of each of these variables; and (4) the strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats (SWOT) of the Trans Sarbagita Bus system. A quantitative method with an associative approach was employed. Data were collected from 105 active respondents through observation, interviews, and a five-point Likert scale questionnaire, and analyzed using multiple linear regression via SPSS. The findings show that: (1) public perception is generally positive, especially in terms of comfort and safety, although accessibility and punctuality remain suboptimal; (2) accessibility, punctuality, and ticket price simultaneously have a significant effect on service effectiveness; (3) each of these variables also has a positive and significant partial effect; and (4) strengths lie in low fares and safety, while key weaknesses include limited access and delays. Opportunities stem from policy support and rising public awareness, whereas threats include the dominance of private vehicles and low intermodal integration. It is recommended that the government enhance public transport campaigns through media and community partnerships, as well as expand bus stop access and intermodal connectivity to improve service effectiveness.

Cases of child sexual abuse in Indonesia continue to show an alarming trend and have serious physical, psychological and social impacts on victims. This research aims to analyze the legal and social implications of these criminal acts and formulate responsive and adaptive legal protection strategies. The research method uses a normative-juridical approach through a literature study, supported by secondary data from scientific journals, laws and regulations, and official reports. The results of the study show that although child protection regulations have been regulated in Law Number 35 of 2014 and Law Number 12 of 2022, their implementation still faces obstacles, such as weak law enforcement, lack of assistance services, and low public legal awareness. Protection strategies based on the victim's perspective, community legal education, and utilization of digital technology are proposed as solutions. This research recommends inter-agency synergy and the strengthening of a legal system that is adaptive to social and digital developments

Violence against children and women at home and in the workplace is a serious social problem, but there has been little response from society and law enforcement. The National Child Protection Commission (KPAI, 2018) received complaints related to cases of physical violence and victimization of children as much as 72%, followed by psychological violence at 9%, economic violence or bullying/intimidation at 4%, and sexual violence at 2%. The National Children's Commission also reported that the majority of perpetrators of violence against children were parents, 44% of whom were biological mothers, 22% mothers and stepfathers, 18% biological fathers, and 8% caregivers. The aim of this activity is to increase respondents' knowledge regarding the impact of violence on mothers and children. Socialization methods in the form of lectures and questions and answers are used in this activity. It was found that respondents were very enthusiastic about listening to the material presented by the presenters. The conclusion from this activity is that violence against mothers and children must be opposed to prevent the impact that will occur on children.

This study explores the central and strategic role of families in shaping the faith foundation of their children by viewing the family as a “little church”. This concept emphasizes the importance of the family environment in shaping children's religious beliefs and practices. The purpose of this study is to ultimately discover what are the roles of families in shaping and building the foundation of children's faith. The study also aims for families to have an overview of their existence in a “small church”. This study uses a qualitative methodology by focusing on analyzing the phenomenon of today's family from the perspective of the Ecclesiastical Document Series No. 30 FAMILIARIS CONSORTIO. Through a qualitative approach, we investigated how families play a major role in strengthening the faith of their children through various daily religious practices, Bible study, prayer, and participation in joint religious activities. Our findings highlight the importance of parents' role as faith models and spiritual educators for their children, as well as the close relationship between family interactions and the formation of children's faith foundation. The practical implications of this study emphasize the need for church support for families in strengthening their central role in guiding children's faith development.      

This study explores the central and strategic role of families in shaping the faith foundation of their children by viewing the family as a “little church”. This concept emphasizes the importance of the family environment in shaping children's religious beliefs and practices. The purpose of this study is to ultimately discover what are the roles of families in shaping and building the foundation of children's faith. The study also aims for families to have an overview of their existence in a “small church”. This study uses a qualitative methodology by focusing on analyzing the phenomenon of today's family from the perspective of the Ecclesiastical Document Series No. 30 FAMILIARIS CONSORTIO. Through a qualitative approach, we investigated how families play a major role in strengthening the faith of their children through various daily religious practices, Bible study, prayer, and participation in joint religious activities. Our findings highlight the importance of parents' role as faith models and spiritual educators for their children, as well as the close relationship between family interactions and the formation of children's faith foundation. The practical implications of this study emphasize the need for church support for families in strengthening their central role in guiding children's faith development.      

Children are the precious successors of the nation, so parents are expected to educate, protect and nurture their children to have a creative, intelligent, healthy and productive future. Aspects of development that can be affected by stunting can be clearly seen in aspects of children's cognitive and socio-emotional development. In this study, sampling of early childhood aged 24-59 months in the Alak Health Centre Area, Kupang City. Quantitative Research Method with cross sectional method research design with the results there is a significant effect of stunting on socio-emotional development because the sig value. Fisher's Exact Test 0.000 <0.05 and there is a significant effect of stunting on children's cognitive development because the sig value. Fisher's Exact Test 0.000 <0.05. In this study there is a significant influence on socio-emotional and cognitive development in children who experience stunting conditions.

As a multicultural country, Indonesia grows and develops with various cultural structures, ethnicities, religions and races. The diversity that occurs for a long time makes it possible for marriages with different religions to occur. Interfaith marriage in the Catholic Church is not allowed, but there is a dispensation so there are people who do it. As happened at the Sacred Heart of Jesus Simo Church, Boyolali, from the data for 2018-2023, there were 41 marriages and 9 of them were married to different religions (Cult Disparity). This phenomenon occurs due to several things including a lack of appreciation of faith, not enough socializing in the Church, pregnancy outside of marriage, a high sense of tolerance, many public schools in the village, places of worship that are close enough to allow the existence of many followers of other religions. The purpose of this research is to find out the nature of marriage of interfaith marriage couples, the application of children's faith education and the development of parents' faith from interfaith marriages. This research uses a descriptive qualitative method with interviews with informants. The results showed that the impact of interfaith marriage on the faith education of children under five is positive because since infancy they have been baptized in accordance with the nature of Catholic marriage. Based on the results of the study, each partner respects and supports the other's beliefs in the midst of differences. In educating children's faith in the golden age period, they can be baptized.    

The phenomenon of “nongki,” a colloquial term for hanging out, has become an integral part of today’s youth lifestyle. This activity is not only about passing the time but also functions as a medium for social interaction, idea exchange, and even content creation for social media. Among various hangout spots, coffee shops have emerged as the most favored places for young people. Coffee shops are chosen not only for their beverage and snack offerings but also for their cozy, aesthetic ambiance and supportive facilities such as Wi-Fi and power outlets. These advantages make coffee shops an ideal place for social gatherings, studying, and even working. This study aims to describe young people's preferences for coffee shops as hangout spots and analyze the factors that make them superior to other options like food stalls, city parks, or food courts. Observational findings reveal that beyond menus and location, interior design, customer service, and digital accessibility are key determinants in selecting coffee shops.

The low interest and engagement of lower-grade primary school students in literature serve as an important introduction to this study. The aim of this Community Service Program (PKM) was to enhance children’s literary abilities through the use of three innovative media: word cards, short story videos, and descriptive texts. The study employed an experimental method with a pretest–posttest control group design and a Classroom Action Research (CAR) approach based on Kemmis & McTaggart (1988), carried out among grades I–III students at SD Katolik Roworeke 2, Ende (approximately 25–30 students per class). Results showed a statistically significant improvement in the experimental group compared to the control group, especially in literary element comprehension and literary appreciation. Word cards enriched vocabulary, story videos increased visual appeal and understanding, while descriptive texts trained literacy and imagination skills. The interactive and contextual learning process proved effective in fostering reading interest, teacher creativity, and students’ literacy enthusiasm. In conclusion, this method is recommended for adoption by Indonesian Language and Literature teachers in lower grades. Future research should expand sample size, include diverse literary works, and explore supporting factors influencing method effectiveness.

The low interest and engagement of lower-grade primary school students in literature serve as an important introduction to this study. The aim of this Community Service Program (PKM) was to enhance children’s literary abilities through the use of three innovative media: word cards, short story videos, and descriptive texts. The study employed an experimental method with a pretest–posttest control group design and a Classroom Action Research (CAR) approach based on Kemmis & McTaggart (1988), carried out among grades I–III students at SD Katolik Roworeke 2, Ende (approximately 25–30 students per class). Results showed a statistically significant improvement in the experimental group compared to the control group, especially in literary element comprehension and literary appreciation. Word cards enriched vocabulary, story videos increased visual appeal and understanding, while descriptive texts trained literacy and imagination skills. The interactive and contextual learning process proved effective in fostering reading interest, teacher creativity, and students’ literacy enthusiasm. In conclusion, this method is recommended for adoption by Indonesian Language and Literature teachers in lower grades. Future research should expand sample size, include diverse literary works, and explore supporting factors influencing method effectiveness.

In the development of children's motor skills is also influenced by the environment, another thing is the difficulty of children in following learning, some are still accompanied and assisted by their parents, some are not confident, do not want to gather with friends, have difficulty adjusting to their environment. This study aims to determine the interaction between dance learning and music creativity learning on gross motor skills. This study uses a literature review approach, this method is an activity that examines various references and results of previous similar studies, which are useful for obtaining a theoretical basis for the problems studied by reading various books or sources. The results of the study showed an interaction between dance learning and music learning on children's gross motor skills creativity.

This study examines the transfer of custody (hadhanah) rights of a non-mumayyiz child to the father, as decided in Judicial Decision No. 1882/Pdt.G/2019/PA.Mdn by the Medan Religious Court. According to Article 105 letter (a) of the Compilation of Islamic Law (KHI), the custody of a child under the age of 12 (non-mumayyiz) is generally granted to the mother. However, in this case, the court ruled otherwise. The focus of this research is to analyze the legal reasoning and judicial considerations behind this deviation from normative provisions. This is a normative legalresearch employing a juridical and conceptual approach. Primary data include statutory provisions and the official court ruling, while secondary data are derived from classical Islamic jurisprudence, modern legal commentaries, and related literature. The analysis uses descriptive-analytical methods to examine the legal basis, fiqh arguments, and the principle of maslahah al-mahdhun (best interests of the child). The findings indicate that the court transferred custody to the father on the grounds that the mother had remarried and was experiencing psychological instability, which could endanger the child’s well-being. The decision was based on Article 156 letter (c) of the KHI, which allows custody to be transferred if the mother fails to guarantee the child’s physical and mental safety. The judge also considered the father's financial capability, emotional stability, and supportive environment as decisive factors in ensuring the child's best interests. This research concludes that child custody in Islamic law is flexible and adaptive, prioritizing the child’s welfare over formal legal entitlements. It also highlights the role of religious court jurisprudence in aligning Islamic legal norms with contemporary social realities.

The purpose of this research is to analyse the legal status of children born from marriages of different nationalities in the perspective of Indonesian Civil Law and Islamic Law. This research is important because children born from mixed marriages are entitled to protection of their legal status in order to maintain the continuity of life, legal position and civil interests. The research method used is normative juridical legal research with qualitative data types in the form of secondary data consisting of primary legal materials, secondary legal materials and tertiary legal materials relevant to the topic of this research and data collection techniques using library research or literature studies with legal material analysis techniques using descriptive analysis methods. The results of this study state that the law of marriage between different nationalities in the perspective of Indonesian civil law and Islamic law raises problems with the law of marriage itself as well as the legal status, civil rights and citizenship rights of children. In the perspective of Indonesian civil law and Islamic law, the law of marriage of different nationalities is a valid marriage and the legal status of the child is a legitimate child, the civil rights of children from marriages of different nationalities are the same as children in general and the legal status of the child's citizenship as an Indonesian citizen follows the citizenship of the father or mother who is an Indonesian citizen and can also have dual citizenship until he is 18 years old or married, after which the child must declare choosing one of his citizenship.

This community service activity aims to introduce financial literacy from an early age to children in Siantar Narumonda Village through an interactive and educational tutoring program. Financial literacy is an important skill that must be instilled from an early age so that children are able to manage their finances wisely in the future. This activity uses a qualitative descriptive approach to describe the execution process systematically. The program was implemented by students of the Tarutung State Christian Institute as part of the Community Service and Service Lecture (KPPM), targeting 35 children aged 1–12 years. The program was implemented for one month and two weeks, three times a week. The material presented was in five main topics: the importance of financial literacy, tips for managing finances, saving, getting to know money and how to manage it, and getting to know banks and financial institutions. The delivery of the material was carried out through fun methods such as games, simulations, short stories, and group discussions. Evaluation was carried out through participant observation, question and answer sessions, and visual documentation. The results of the activity showed that the children experienced an increase in understanding of the basic concepts of financial literacy and began to apply positive habits in managing finances. This activity is also a means of meaningful learning for implementing students. With an interesting and structured approach, this activity provides significant educational and social impacts. Early financial literacy has proven effective in forming a generation that is financially intelligent and responsible in managing economic resources.