Peran Penyuluh Agama Kristen Dalam Membentuk Kedisplinan Remaja Di UPT Pelayanan Sosial Anak Dan Lanjut Usia Siborongborong

Abstract

This study aims to determine the forms and methods of counseling used by counselors, the role of Christian religious counselors as mentors among adolescents, and the supporting and inhibiting factors in the implementation of counseling at the UPT Social Service for Children and the Elderly in Siborongborong. The approach used is a descriptive qualitative approach with data collection techniques in the form of interviews, observations, and documentation.

The results of the study indicate that Christian religious counselors use several methods, such as spiritual activities, experience-sharing sessions, and weekly mentoring. This approach aims to reduce laziness, increase responsibility, and develop disciplined life habits. Activities carried out regularly help adolescents build an understanding that discipline is part of character formation. In addition to the methods used, Christian religious counselors have carried out their role as mentors in shaping adolescent discipline. This role is referred to as an informative role, where the counselor acts as a guide. The way counselors guide adolescents is through reminders about the importance of discipline, in the form of advice, sharing sessions, joint prayers, and reflections.

From this, it can be seen that there are positive changes in adolescents’ attitudes, such as increased self-confidence, discipline, and social responsibility. However, the counseling process also has supporting and inhibiting factors. The inhibiting factors in implementing discipline include laziness, peer influence, and difficulties in maintaining consistency, especially when experiencing boredom or fatigue. Nevertheless, support from counselors, peers, and mentors, as well as appreciation for adolescents’ efforts, becomes a motivating factor that encourages them to remain enthusiastic in living a disciplined life.