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This study examines the role of the Office of Religious Affairs (Kantor Urusan Agama/KUA) of Medan Petisah District in realizing sakinah families within the community. A sakinah family is one of the main goals of marriage in Islam, characterized by tranquility, affection, and harmony based on faith and devotion to Allah SWT. This study aims to analyze the concept of a sakinah family from an Islamic perspective, as well as the role and forms of family development activities carried out by the KUA of Medan Petisah District. The research employs a qualitative method with a descriptive approach through interviews and documentation involving KUA officials and religious counselors. The findings indicate that the KUA plays an active role through premarital guidance and religious counseling in fostering sakinah families. This study is expected to contribute as an evaluation and provide recommendations to improve the effectiveness of sakinah family development programs.

Mental health problems, particularly anxiety disorders, are increasingly prevalent among adolescents and have become a significant concern for the church as a spiritual community. This study aims to analyze the role of God’s servants in preventing and addressing anxiety disorders among adolescents at GKSI Maranatha Anugrah Sewan, Tangerang. The research employs a qualitative method through direct observation of youth ministry activities and informal interviews with participants. The findings reveal that church ministers play a strategic role in enhancing adolescents’ mental well-being through practical biblical teaching, empathetic pastoral counseling, and the establishment of prayer and openness communities. The application of Scripture Therapy, devotional counseling, and Healing Prayer Circles has proven effective in reducing anxiety levels, strengthening spiritual security, and fostering healthy social relationships. A holistic and collaborative pastoral approach involving professional support is essential for the church to create a safe environment that promotes recovery and spiritual growth among youth.

The utilization of home yard as an alternative food source by using innovation has not been well applied in Melandar Meiland village. Household food security is usually not managed planned. To achieve sustainable use of the yard, this devotion aims to implement the Deep Flow Technique (DFT) hydroponic system. Moreover, the method used in this activity is participation through the observation of initial conditions, socialization and education through extension and discussion, the application of hydroponic installation, and planting maintenance of plants. The results of the activity show that people better understand the benefits of yard and the ability to run the DFT hydroponic system independently. Thus, the application of this system encourages changes in the views and habits of society about the yard as a productive place to support household food security. 

Children in orphanages often face unique challenges in character formation due to limited educational stimulation and diverse social interactions, despite their basic needs being met. The interactive education model applied in the "Devotion in Action, Love in Education: Weaving Character with the Nation's Children" project focuses on a participatory approach through activities such as Story Telling, "Tree of Goodness," Ball Relay, and Water Balloon Volleyball. This research aims to analyze the effectiveness of implementing an interactive education model in the character development of children at Sabilul Muhtadien Orphanage in Plosokerep, Sananwetan District, Blitar City. The research method employed is a case study with a qualitative approach, reinforced by participatory observation and informal interviews with caregivers and children from the orphanage. The results indicate high enthusiasm from the children and positive responses from caregivers, signifying the program's success in instilling character values such as critical thinking, mutual cooperation, creativity, independence, and solidarity. The implications of this research highlight the importance of adopting dynamic and activity-based education models in efforts to shape children's character in orphanages, focusing not only on knowledge transfer but also on direct experience and holistic potential development. holistik.

This devotions aims to assist small and medium enterprises (MSMEs) Dimsum Nyoo in determining pricing strategies based on market demand. The methodology used is a qualitative descriptive approach, based on observations and interviews with business leaders. The results of the study indicate that pricing strategies based on cost of goods sold (COGS) and market analysis can build customer loyalty. Despite fluctuating raw material prices, Dimsum Nyoo managed to maintain stable quality and prices, thus contributing to its growth. These results highlight the importance of adaptive pricing to support the sustainability of MSMEs in a competitive market.

This devotion discusses the implementation of the Spatial Planning Policy (RTRW) in West Sumbawa Regency to support the development of strategic areas from an economic perspective. The RTRW policy serves as the foundation for the formulation of development programs, aiming to create efficient, effective, and sustainable land use. Using a descriptive qualitative research approach, this study highlights key factors in policy implementation, including communication, resources, disposition, and bureaucratic structure. The Results of dedication that although the RTRW policy has been implemented, various challenges remain, such as low public participation, limited human resources and budget constraints, and legal uncertainties in land use. Additionally, the complexity of the bureaucratic structure influences the effectiveness of RTRW policy implementation. This study emphasizes the need for improved communication between the government and the public, capacity building for human resources, and more balanced regulations to achieve sustainable development in West Sumbawa Regency.

Community service on financial literacy with the aim of changing the mindset and behavior of business actors in managing their businesses has been carried out. The community service method used is based on lectures and training on financial management; both in planning programs based on financial capabilities, implementing programs and evaluating programs that have been created. The results of the community service show that business actors, especially BUMDes Zansibar managers, have understood how to utilize the capital they have to plan superior BUMDes programs. In addition, with this community service they can make simple financial reports in reporting organizational performance as a form of transparency in organizational management.

Based on the results of initial observations at SDQ Amirul Mukminin, there were 4 classrooms that had not been installed with electrical installations according to standards. The community service activity consisted of 3 stages, namely: (1) Preparation Stage; ((2) Implementation Stage; and (3) Evaluation Stage. This activity lasted for 6 days, from 6–27 July 2024. The community service activity of Designing and Installing Electrical Installations at SDQ Amirul Mukminin which was carried out by the Electrical Engineering Vocational Education Study Program, Faculty of Teacher Training and Education, Sultan Ageng Tirtayasa University went well, with the results of the electrical installation having been installed according to standards at SDQ Amirul Mukminin

This article discusses the maintenance of Family Medicinal Plants (TOGA) in Mata Wawatu Village as an effort to improve public health. The aim of this program is to provide information to the public regarding the benefits and cultivation techniques of medicinal plants. The methods employed include qualitative research with a descriptive approach, encompassing observations, interviews, and documentation collection. The findings of this study indicate that this initiative has successfully enhanced the community's understanding of TOGA and encouraged them to utilize medicinal plants in their daily lives. This program is expected to improve the health and well-being of the community and reduce dependence on chemical medications

Merdeka Belajar Kampus Merdeka (MBKM) is a form of implementation of the dharma of devotion that provides work and learning experiences for students in community empowerment. One form of activity in the MBKM program is an activity to improve musical abilities for students of Giovanni Kupang Catholic Middle School through extracurricular school band activities. This activity aims for students to be able to improve their musical abilities through extracurricular band activities. The stages of implementing the devotion start from observation, core activities of providing material in theory and practice and documentation. Based on the results of observations and interviews, one of the factors that causes the lack of students' musical skills is the lack of musical activities carried out at school and the lack of musical practice in the classroom. The results of this training show an increase in students' abilities in playing musical instruments like electric guitar, keyboard, bass guitar as well drums and improving singing abilities.

This This community service activity was carried out as an effort by the Indonesian Language Education study program to increase student retention of the story material by utilizing interactive learning media based on Wordwall. This is because one of the factors that encourages student success in absorbing the knowledge delivered is the learning media used. Through this wordwall-based learning media, it is hoped that students will find it easier to remember and understand important elements in the story material, and this media creates a more interesting learning atmosphere, students measure their understanding in real time through educational game quizzes.

This This community service activity was carried out as an effort by the Indonesian Language Education study program to increase student retention of the story material by utilizing interactive learning media based on Wordwall. This is because one of the factors that encourages student success in absorbing the knowledge delivered is the learning media used. Through this wordwall-based learning media, it is hoped that students will find it easier to remember and understand important elements in the story material, and this media creates a more interesting learning atmosphere, students measure their understanding in real time through educational game quizzes.

Writing hijaiyah letters is a skill that students must have in order to be able to do it write the Koran so that students can not only read the Koran but also write the Koran well and correctly. The purpose of this community service activity is to improve students' skills in writing hijaiyah letters. This service uses the Asset Based Community Development (ABCD) method used at SD IT Al-Ghazali Palangka Raya to provide training so that it occurs increasing students' ability to write hijaiyah letters. The results of the service show that flannel board media can increase student enthusiasm so that students are enthusiastic in learning how to write hijaiyah letters, as well as being a supporting medium for the process learn to write hijaiyah letters. With the help of paper that already contains hijaiyah letters with dotted lines using the follow the line method of writing letters also makes it easier students to learn to write hijaiyah letters. Good and fun use of media proven to be effective in making students more enthusiastic and understand the teacher's explanation so that students are more comfortable learning to write hijaiyah letters.

The MBKM Teaching Assistance Program provides practical teaching experience for students in educational units where through the teaching assistance program, students gain real skills and experience in managing the learning process, interacting with students, as well as other teaching experiences. As a form of service at MIS Miftahul Huda 2 Palangka Raya City, researchers carried out one of the work programs, namely assisting reading activities in class 1. The aim of this reading assistance activity itself is to help students, especially class 1C, receive guidance in improving their reading skills. This program will be implemented for 4 (four) months starting from July-November 2024. Assistance with reading activities is going well and results in an improvement in the reading skills of grade 1 students.

Manual jimpitan financial management in RT 03 RW 01 Ngaresrejo Village, Sidoarjo Regency faces problems of inaccurate recording and lack of transparency to residents. The purpose of this community service is to improve the efficiency and transparency of jimpitan financial management through training and implementation of a digital accounting recording system. The method used is the Asset-Based Community Development (ABCD) method and includes several stages such as identifying needs, preparing training materials, implementing workshops, and direct assistance in using the system. The results of this program show that RT administrators can use the digital system well, increasing the accuracy and transparency of financial reports. The main contribution of this program is the application of digital technology in community financial management, which has the potential to be a model for other RTs. This innovation not only simplifies the administrative process but also strengthens community trust in fund management.

Integrating academic knowledge with social devotion is the focus of MTS Sabilal Muhtadin's actual work course (KKN), particularly in the area of education. This article examines how students might use digital technology, interactive teaching strategies, and individual approaches to enhance their English language proficiency. This article's field observations show that after taking part in the KKG program, students' motivation, speaking skills, and comprehension of English-language materials all improved. But it also talks about the difficulties in putting non-educational activities into practice, such the absence of educational resources and perspectives. Empowerment through KNN activities has a huge long-term impact since students' improved English proficiency may boost their competitiveness in the labour market and give them access to a variety of global information sources. All things considered, the KNN exercise at MTS Sabilal Muhtadin demonstrates how combining science and community service may benefit both students and communities at large.

Integrating academic knowledge with social devotion is the focus of MTS Sabilal Muhtadin's actual work course (KKN), particularly in the area of education. This article examines how students might use digital technology, interactive teaching strategies, and individual approaches to enhance their English language proficiency. This article's field observations show that after taking part in the KKG program, students' motivation, speaking skills, and comprehension of English-language materials all improved. But it also talks about the difficulties in putting non-educational activities into practice, such the absence of educational resources and perspectives. Empowerment through KNN activities has a huge long-term impact since students' improved English proficiency may boost their competitiveness in the labour market and give them access to a variety of global information sources. All things considered, the KNN exercise at MTS Sabilal Muhtadin demonstrates how combining science and community service may benefit both students and communities at large.

The implementation of this service program is intended so that the community can contribute to reducing environmental pollution as well as so that the community can also utilize plastic waste into valuable products. East Cempaka Mulia Village is a village located along the Cempaga River, the problem in this village is one of them related to plastic waste. This program aims to encourage residents to utilize waste that produces use value and also provide creative solutions in more sustainable waste management.  The PAR (Participatory Action Research) method is a service approach that focuses on identifying problems in society and finding solutions to them (Problem Solving). The result of the service, namely overcoming plastic waste, is by recycling plastic waste using the ecobrick method, namely utilizing waste through plastic bottles.

Haul tradition is one of the religious rituals that is still preserved by the Muslim community in Gubugsari village. Haul is a commemoration of the death of someone who is considered to have privileges, such as ulama, kiai, or respected community leaders. This ritual is generally carried out every year on the day of the death of the person being commemorated. In the context of Gubugsari village, the haul tradition has become an inseparable part of the life of the local Muslim community. This ritual is not only a form of respect for the commemorated person, but also a forum for the community to strengthen ties, strengthen religious identity, and preserve Islamic values that have taken root in local culture. As the haul tradition in the village of Gubugsari, Pegandon Subdistrict, Kendal Regency, which until now still carries out the haul tradition because the person who is honored is mbah Abdul Wahab as a respected figure by the Muslim community, especially in the village. To see the values of these traditions, researchers are interested in further examining the values of the haul tradition of cengklian and ndangdoan in the socio-religious life of the Candimulyo village community, Sedan sub-district, Rembang district. The method used in this research is qualitative method, data collection techniques in this research using observation, documentation and interviews. The subjects in this study were the people of Gubusari village, both those who joined the committee and those involved in the haul tradition event The results of this study indicate that the haul tradition has a form of a series of haul event contents, namely the practices performed during the pilgrimage as a medium for the tradition. The benefits of religious values are increasing our devotion to Allah SWT

Opportunities and challenges faced in developing MSMEs definitely exist in the MSME development process. Pati Angkrik as a local tuber food offers significant potential opportunities in improving community welfare. Pati Angkrik, which belongs to the group of tubers, can be processed into various processed food and beverage products. And the challenges faced by Pati Angkrik MSMEs include limited raw materials, limited human resources, time requirements, and ineffective marketing access, making the development of Pati Angkrik MSMEs also experiencing obstacles. Triharjo Village, Gemuh District, Kendal Regency, has the Pati Angkrik micro and small and medium enterprise (MSME) as one of the community businesses in Triharjo Village. However, there are challenges and opportunities it faces. The aim of this service is to provide MSME development to the challenges and opportunities faced by Pati Angkrik MSME actors in Triharjo Village, so that they can help Angkrik starch MSME actors by replacing more modern packaging and designing packaging for Angkrik starch MSME products. This devotion uses method Participatory Action Research is a method of raising public awareness regarding potential and existing problems and encouraging community participation in change activities that will be implemented. This service has succeeded in providing development for pati angkrik MSMEs by changing product packaging to modern packaging and creating packaging designs, so that the development of pati angkrik MSMEs can benefit the angkrik starch MSMEs in Triharjo Village.