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Devotion: Jurnal Pengabdian Kepada Masyarakat
ISSN : -     EISSN : 30315913     DOI : https://doi.org/10.62282/devotion.v1i2
Core Subject : Humanities, Social,
DEVOTION: Jurnal Pengabdian kepada Masyarakat is an open-access, peer-reviewed, and nationally accredited scientific journal managed and published by Lembaga Penelitian dan Publikasi Ilmiah (LPPI), Yayasan Yuta Pendidikan Cerdas, Indonesia. Registered with ISSN 3031-5913 (Online), DEVOTION publishes original, peer-reviewed scholarly articles in Indonesian or English reporting community engagement and community service (Pengabdian kepada Masyarakat) programs across various fields, including education, social sciences, humanities, economics, law, engineering, health sciences, agriculture, natural sciences, information technology, and interdisciplinary areas. The journal provides a multidisciplinary platform for disseminating community-based initiatives, applied knowledge, innovation, empowerment programs, and practical solutions that contribute to sustainable community development. DEVOTION is nationally accredited at SINTA 4 based on the Decree of the Director General of Science and Technology, Ministry of Higher Education, Science and Technology of the Republic of Indonesia No. 355/DST/D.D1/HM.01.01/2026, valid from Volume 1 Number 1 (2023) through Volume 5 Number 2 (2027). The journal is published twice a year, in June and December, and applies initial editorial screening, a double-blind peer-review process, similarity screening, DOI registration through Crossref, and long-term digital preservation to support the quality, integrity, discoverability, and accessibility of its published scholarly content.
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Pendampingan Keluarga Kristen Berbasis Spiritualitas Alkitabiah Untuk Memperkuat Ketahanan Keluarga di Era Digital Pada Kelompok Sektor Rukun Sumigo GBI Filadelfia Makassar Jakson Sespa Toisuta
Devotion: Jurnal Pengabdian Kepada Masyarakat Vol. 3 No. 2 (2026): June
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.62282/devotion.v3i2.200-217

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Perkembangan era digital telah membawa perubahan yang signifikan terhadap kehidupan keluarga, termasuk keluarga Kristen. Di satu sisi, teknologi digital memberikan kemudahan dalam komunikasi dan akses informasi, tetapi di sisi lain juga memunculkan tantangan berupa menurunnya kualitas interaksi keluarga, meningkatnya ketergantungan pada media digital, serta melemahnya pembinaan kehidupan rohani. Kegiatan pengabdian kepada masyarakat ini bertujuan memperkuat ketahanan keluarga Kristen melalui pendampingan berbasis spiritualitas Alkitabiah. Kegiatan dilaksanakan pada 17 Maret 2026 di Kelompok Sektor–Rukun Sumigo, Kabupaten Gowa, Sulawesi Selatan, yang merupakan bagian dari pelayanan GBI Filadelfia Makassar, dengan melibatkan 20–30 peserta yang terdiri atas pasangan suami istri, orang tua, dan pemuda. Metode yang digunakan meliputi ceramah interaktif, refleksi Firman Tuhan, diskusi partisipatif, observasi, dan refleksi peserta. Hasil kegiatan menunjukkan adanya peningkatan pemahaman peserta mengenai pentingnya ketahanan keluarga yang berlandaskan nilai-nilai Alkitab, tumbuhnya kesadaran untuk memperkuat kehidupan rohani, meningkatkan kualitas komunikasi keluarga, serta memanfaatkan media digital secara bijaksana. Pendampingan berbasis spiritualitas Alkitabiah terbukti menjadi pendekatan yang relevan dalam membangun keluarga Kristen yang tangguh, adaptif, dan mampu menghadapi tantangan era digital secara bertanggung jawab.
Promoting Psychological Well-Being through Self-Compassion Training among Parents of Children with Special Needs in Posyandu Disabilitas Irine Putri Shaliha; Yuni Nurhamida; Diana Savitri Hidayati; Ni’matuzahroh; Sulivan Fitriati
Devotion: Jurnal Pengabdian Kepada Masyarakat Vol. 4 No. 1 (2026): December (Article in Progress)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.62282/devotion.v4i1.1-8

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Parents of children with special needs often encounter parenting stress, emotional exhaustion, and difficulties in maintaining psychological well-being while providing continuous caregiving. This community engagement program aimed to introduce self-compassion as a practical psychosocial approach to support parents of children with special needs and strengthen the capacity of Disability Integrated Health Posts (Posyandu Disabilitas/Posdilan) cadres in providing basic psychosocial support. The program involved 25 parents of children with special needs who also served as Posdilan cadres in Wedon, Lawang, Malang Regency. The activity was conducted through a 120-minute participatory training session consisting of psychoeducation on mental health and self-compassion, followed by experiential exercises focusing on self-kindness, mindfulness, and common humanity. Program evaluation was conducted using a post-test and participatory observation. The results indicated that participants demonstrated an understanding of basic mental health concepts, self-compassion principles, and simple emotion-regulation strategies. Participants also actively engaged in reflection activities, mindfulness exercises, and group discussions. The program produced a self-compassion educational module in printed and digital formats to support continued learning. This program demonstrates the feasibility of integrating self-compassion practices into community-based services to enhance psychosocial support for families of children with special needs.
Strengthening Mapalus and Si Tou Timou Tumou Tou Values through Contextual Christian Faith Formation in the K3M Community Andrea Elfata Ratulangi; Yunardi Kristian Zega; Devrialdo Daniel Paat; Maria Filomena Soares; Yanti Secilia Giri; Liston Sihombing
Devotion: Jurnal Pengabdian Kepada Masyarakat Vol. 4 No. 1 (2026): December (Article in Progress)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.62282/devotion.v4i1.9-19

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Christian faith formation within community life requires an approach that is relevant to people’s cultural identity and social experiences. This community service program aimed to strengthen the values of Mapalus and Si Tou Timou Tumou Tou through contextual Christian faith formation among the Keluarga Kerukunan Kawanua Mapalus (K3M) community in Kupang City, a Kawanua diaspora community working to preserve Minahasan cultural identity in a pluralistic urban environment. The program employed a descriptive qualitative approach, with data collected through structured observation and photographic documentation during implementation. Activities included communal worship, a contextual biblical reflection session, facilitated discussion connecting faith and cultural values, and communal social activities designed to strengthen relationships among members. The results indicated that the program provided a meaningful space for participants to experience faith formation within community life. The integration of Christian values with Kawanua cultural values encouraged cooperation, care, mutual respect, and togetherness among K3M members. Engagement across all age groups demonstrated the relevance of the contextual approach. The program strengthened community identity by connecting spiritual development with local cultural wisdom and social responsibility. These findings demonstrate that contextual Christian faith formation can serve as an effective framework for maintaining cultural values while fostering stronger and more supportive community relationships among diaspora communities.