Prospective Bride Research Articles

Keabsahan Perjanjian Pra Nikah dan Akibat Hukumnya Ditinjau dari Perspektif Hukum

. A marriage is an agreement based on personal voluntary agreement between a man and a woman to become husband and wife. In Indonesia, the contract or agreement is called a marriage contract (nuptial agreement or marriage). Pre-nuptial agreement is an agreement made by the prospective bride and groom before the marriage takes place so that it becomes a legal couple. Properly the contract The prenuptial agreement is also binding on both the bride and groom and contains issues of dividing the assets of the two parties or relating to the personal assets of both parties so that they can be separated, if one day there is a separation. An agreement is an event where a person promises to another person or where two people promise each other to do something. When compared to an engagement with an agreement, apart from the agreement being a source of engagement other than the law, the engagement is also an understanding that is still abstract, because the parties are said to carry out something, while the agreement is already a concrete understanding, because the parties are said to carry out something certain events. This research is a type of legal research that uses a normative juridical approach. The implementation of the marriage agreement so that the agreement is valid in the eyes of the law, the agreement must be made authentically before a notary. The prenuptial agreement is made for the benefit of legal protection of each other's innate assets, namely the property of the prospective husband or the property of the prospective wife. By making a Pre-Marriage Agreement, it will provide a sense of security to the prospective husband and wife in carrying out their household ark. Prenuptial agreements are made to confirm assets, rights of husband/wife, obligations of husband/wife and responsibilities of each party.

Posisi Perempuan Sebagai Wali Nikah: Metode Istinbath Hukum Khoiruddin Nasution

The position of a woman in marriage must obtain the approval of a guardian, namely her father or half-father. This research results from library research using descriptive analysis method and utilizing Khoiruddin Nasution's Holistic Thematic legal istinbath method. The purpose of this study is to analyze how the law of women as guardians of marriage according to Khoiruddin Nasution, what is the method of legal istinbath regarding women as guardians of marriage according to Khoiruddin Nasution, how is the relevance of thinking about women as guardians of marriage according to Khoiruddin Nasution in Indonesia. The results of this study indicate that women can become guardians. This opinion is based on the verses of the Qur'an and Hadith, which are the concepts of the rights of guardians of marriage and the rights of those close to the prospective bride and groom. Then the guardian of marriage can be male or female. Second, Khoiruddin uses the epistemological foundation of bilateral society by using a holistic thematic approach based on the bilateral paradigm and using developed sociological analysis. Third, following the development of the modern era, which is synonymous with advances in knowledge and technology that open up opportunities for women to play a role in the domestic and public sectors, Khoiruddin's thoughts about women as marriage guardians can be an alternative in the context of developing guardianship in Islamic law for this modern era.

Protection and Care of Children Post Marriage Dispensation

his research examines and answers the forms of legal protection for children after the marriage dispensation and factors that influence the implementation of legal protection for children after the marriage dispensation in Gorontalo Province. This research is a type of empirical legal research which is descriptive analysis in nature. The data analysis technique uses qualitative descriptive analysis techniques. This analysis technique provides an overview of the logical flow of data analysis, as well as providing input on the qualitative data analysis techniques used. Forms of legal protection for children after marriage dispensation in Gorontalo Province are: Administrative Protection, Psychological Protection and Social Protection. Factors influencing the implementation of legal protection for children after the marriage dispensation in Gorontalo province: Internal factors and external factors. Internal factors include: Covering the Family's Shame and Disgrace Most of what influences the request for marriage dispensation, Preventing Adultery is Dominant is the reason put forward by the applicants. The two prospective bride and groom have been dating for a long time and are very close and difficult to separate so that the parents are afraid they will fall into the trap. to the act of Zina. External factors, namely: economic factors, educational factors, and social media which can be easily accessed via the internet, are gradually having a big influence on the interaction and social patterns of teenagers.

Empowerment Cadres of Muslimat Nahdlatul Ulama in Stunting Prevention through Nutrition Education in Bangil Pasuruan

Stunting is one of the nutritional problems faced in the world. The prevalence of stunting in Indonesia is 24.4%, while in Pasuruan Regency it is 22.5%. Most people may not understand the term stunting. The purpose of this community service activity is to increase the knowledge of Muslimat Nahdlatul Ulama (NU) cadres in preventing stunting through nutrition education at Bangil Pasuruan. Method: The target participants for this activity are the Management of the NU Bangil Pasuruan Muslimat Branch. The pre-test and post-test were given as a measure of the participant's level of knowledge after being given education. The provision of this education uses electronic media, namely Power Point regarding inviting toddlers and toddler mothers to come regularly to attend "Posyandu", the benefits of local food and food diversity, accompanying young women to drink iron tablets, assisting prospective brides, assisting pregnant women, and assisting babies to get Exclusive breastfeeding. Results and Discussion: This community service activity was done on Saturday, June 12, 2022, at the Management Building of the NU Muslimat Branch, Bangil, Pasuruan. Attended by 32 participants who were NU Muslimat cadres in Bangil Pasuruan aged 40-65 years. There is an increase of 32.58% in scores from the pre-test to the post-test The statistical analysis results showed a significance value of p <0.05, that there was a significant difference in knowledge among participants in the Pre-Test and Post-Test values. The application of the knowledge gained is a comprehensive effort to prevent stunting and improve the quality of human life in creating a superior generation. Conclusion: Participants experience an increased understanding of stunting prevention through providing education in this community service, with the hope that participants will apply their knowledge to contribute to reducing stunting rates in Bangil Pasuruan.

Reconstruction of Marriage Dispensation Regulations in the Perspective of Human Rights Based on the Value of Justice

Marriage dispensation is the granting of permission to marry against deviations from the minimum age permitted in the marriage law. Marriage dispensation can be requested from the court with urgent reasons and must be married immediately. This urgent reason has caused debate, because based on the determination of the religious court as a whole it grants or gives dispensation approval to prospective brides who are pregnant or have committed acts prohibited by religious law and decency. While reasons other than that can be rejected by the judge. The purpose of this research is to analyze and find the reconstruction of the regulation of marriage dispensation in the perspective of human rights based on the value of justice. This study uses the Postpositivism paradigm, with an empirical juridical approach that uses primary data. Methods of data collection using interviews, observation, and field systems. The legal theory used in this dissertation is the theory of justice as the Grand Theory, the middle theory of the legal system theory and the Applaid theory of the theory of benefit. The results of this dissertation research found that the regulation of marriage dispensation in the perspective of human rights has not had the value of justice, namely the current marriage dispensation system based on Law Number 16 of 2019 has not fulfilled a sense of justice related to equal rights before the law and Article 28 B of the Law -The 1945 Constitution of the Republic of Indonesia, it can be seen that dispensation is only given to prospective brides who are pregnant. The current weaknesses in the regulation of the dispensation of marriage in the perspective of human rights are weaknesses in legal substance, legal structure and legal culture. The weakness of the marriage dispensation system is that it does not provide a clear understanding of the urgent reasons, causing debate regarding the urgent reasons and giving rise to the interpretation that the urgent reason is that the candidate is pregnant and results in differences of opinion from the judges. Reconstruction of the regulation on the dispensation of marriage in the perspective of human rights based on the value of justice, namely by reconstructing the provisions in Article 7 paragraph (2) of Law Number 16 of 2019, namely that it is necessary to change the sentence or phrase "reasons are very urgent" and amended with the phrase "which based on the interests of the candidate.

Analisis Meningkatnya Permohonan Dispensasi Kawin Masa Pandemi Covid 19 di Pengadilan Agama Padangsidimpuan dan Pengadilan Agama Panyabungan

Marriage Dispensation is an attempt by the prospective bride and groom to obtain a decision from the court to enter into a marriage for underage couples. Applications for marriage dispensation have increased since the COVID-19 pandemic hit Indonesia. This research focuses on analysing the factors behind the increase in requests for marriage dispensation and seeking efforts to overcome the increase in requests for dispensation. The research method used is field research with a qualitative approach. Data collection techniques were collected through observation and interviews with judges from the Padangsidimpuan Religious Court and the Pengabungan Religious Court. Interviews were also conducted with the Padangsidimpuan and Mandailing Natal Women's Empowerment and Child Protection Services and the people of Padangsidimpuan and Mandailing Natal, who submitted requests for dispensation from marriage. The results of this study indicate that the reasons for the prospective bride and groom applying for dispensation include juvenile delinquency (free sex), pregnancy out of wedlock, arranged marriages, low economy, and encouragement of traditional traditions (marlojong). Efforts were made to address the increase in requests for marital dispensation by strengthening the role and cooperation between the Religious Courts, the Women's Empowerment and Child Protection Service (DP3A), and the community (family)..

Madureso Tradition Becomes a Marriage Taboo for Prospective Brides in Sucen Area, Bayan Sub-District, Purworejo City

This research is motivated by the culture of the community that still holds customs and is considered a hereditary tradition, they must preserve it should not be abandoned let alone removed. Although socially the current society is very modern, but in certain areas still find traditions that are held firmly by the community regarding the prohibition of madureso marriage which is still carried out until now. Madureso marriage is a prohibition of marriage where parents or elders do not allow their children to marry someone who has the same direction of the house facing mojok wetan or northeast of such a marriage prohibition. This research is a field rieserch and to collect information through interviews with the community and make observations to the place in order to know the implementation directly. The research uses descriptive-analytical analysis techniques. The conclusion is that the prohibition or restriction of marriage has actually been believed or has been followed by the residents of Sucen Purworejo from generation to generation from ancestors. Therefore, the residents of sucen Purworejo believe and do not marry if the bride and groom have a house facing each other. Because they believe that if they violate it, there will be a disaster in the marriage they do.

The Religious Court Trial Of Wali Adhal Cases In The Indonesian Legal System: A Legal Analysis

Marriage combines the husband-wife relationship and unifies two families of different ethnicities, cultures, and backgrounds. The consent of the wali is a significant function of the family, particularly the prospective bride's family. Marriage requires the permission of the wali because it is null and void without it. In actuality, the wali of the prospective bride may be hesitant to marry off the woman under his supervision for various reasons, both Shar'i and non-Shar'i. As a result, the prospective bride must apply to the Religious Court for wali adhal for the marriage to occur. This qualitative research employs a normative legal approach, which examines legal norms found in laws and regulations, judge judgments, and other legal sources. According to the findings of this study, wali adhal cases are currently evaluated by voluntary trials or unilaterally. However, because it is unilaterally assessed and there is no opponent, fulfilling the legal purpose of building integrative justice in this examination requires considerable effort. Therefore, wali adhal cases must be examined using a contentious trial.

THE READINESS OF THE BRIDGE PROSPECTIVE IN BUILDING A HOUSEHOLD IN KEPANJEN KIDUL DISTRICT

Marriage is a bond of sacred promise between individual men and women which aims to perfect a lawful relationship. The bride and groom must be well prepared before getting married. The purpose of this study was to determine the readiness of the bride and groom in building a household. The design used is qualitative, data collection by in-depth interviews, using purposive sampling technique, with research subjects 4 prospective brides. The focus of the study includes the readiness of the bride and groom, sources of experience, and efforts to maintain the household. The results of the study found the theme of facilities provided by the government with no obligations and information about official premarital education. The theme of the readiness of the bride and groom includes physical readiness by conducting a health check, social readiness by knowing the background of the couple for a long time, and getting the age maturity to get married. The theme of sources of experience from parents and friends about plans to live a married life, from the internet and school education about sex education. Possible problem themes include economic problems, poor communication with partners, rights and obligations, differences of opinion, and domestic violence. The theme is efforts to strengthen household resilience by establishing good communication with partners. Pre-marital preparation regulations need to be socialized in the community, especially among teenagers

THE IMPLEMENTATION OF SHARIA MAQASHID IN TECHNICAL SERVICE OF MARRIAGE AT THE OFFICE OF RELIGIOUS AFFAIRS (KUA) DURING THE ENFORCEMENT OF RESTRICTIONS ON COMMUNITY ACTIVITIES (PPKM) (Case Study of Offices of Religious Affairs in Probolinggo City)

Marriage is a holy agreement that is strong and sturdy to live together legally between a man and a woman to build an eternal and happy family. However, in the current conditions of the Covid-19 pandemic, the Ministry of Religion issued Circular Number: P-001/DJ.III/Hk.007/07/2021 which contains Technical Instructions for Marriage Services at KUA Sub-Districts during the Emergency PPKM period so that many prospective brides who postponed or annulled his marriage. This is similar to the case that occurred in the KUA area of the City of Probolinggo. As a result of this delay, many sirri marriages have occurred. Various instructions and regulations have been violated by some people, which even contradict the provisions of Law Number 1 of 1974 and the Compilation of Islamic Law.The focus of the problems studied are: 1) How is the marriage service technical at KUA in Probolinggo City during the Maqashid Syariah Perspective PPKM Period? 2) How is the Implementation of Maqashid Syariah in Technical Marriage Services at KUA in Probolinggo City during the PPKM period? The aims of this research are 1) to describe how technical marriage services are at KUA in Probolinggo City during the Maqashid Syariah Perspective PPKM Period? 2) To describe the implementation of Maqashid Syariah in technical marriage services at KUAs throughout the city of Probolinggo during PPKM. This research is a field research. Using a sociological approach. Researchers used two sources of data, namely primary data derived from interviews on the object under study. While secondary data is obtaining data indirectly, namely through other people or through documentation.The results of this study are 1) Marriage Services during the PPKM period can be said to be in accordance with Circular Number: P-001/DJ.III/Hk.007/07/2021 concerning Technical Instructions for Marriage Services at KUA Subdistricts during the PPKM Emergency period but lack of related socialization A circular letter regarding the provisions for marriage during the PPKM period was issued by the Ministry of Religion so that it became one of the factors for non-compliance with the law and public awareness about the importance of safety for themselves and their surroundings. 2) Marriage services at KUA during the PPKM period are in harmony with Maqashid Syariah which provides many benefits for the community, especially the benefits contained in Circular Letter Number: P-001/DJ.III/Hk.007/07/2021 concerning Marriage Services at KUA for PPKM. Of course, in the effort to prevent Covid-19, it is a part of caring for the soul (Hifdz an-nafs).

Relationship Of Maternal Nutrition Status And Mother's Height Of Stunting Events In Tolls At Puskesmas Pagambiran

<div><table cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" align="left"><tbody><tr><td align="left" valign="top"><p align="center"><strong><em>Abstract</em></strong></p><p align="center"><strong><em> </em></strong></p><p><em>Stunting is a chronic malnutrition problem characterized by height for age which is <-2 SD according to the median standard of child growth. Stunting causes poor quality of human resources, which will reduce productivity. </em><em>T</em><em>he factor causing the problem of stunting In Tools AtPagambiran Health Center, Padang City is the lack of clean water sanitation. The purpose of this study was to determine the relationship between the nutritional status of the mother, the height of the mother, and the mother's knowledge of the incidence of stunting in toddlers at the Pagambiran Health Center, Padang City.This research is an observational analytic study with a cross-sectional design. This research was conducted at the Pagambiran Health Center in Padang City with 3457 populations in November 2021-December 2022. The research sample was 174 mothers and children aged 24-59 months. Sampling using Stratified Random Sampling and Simple Random Sampling. Data collection used a questionnaire and the MCH handbook. The statistical tests used are Chi-square and Logistic Regression.The results of the univariate study found that 55 mothers (31.6%) had a history of chronic energy deficiency, and 12 mothers (6.9%) had a height < 150 cm. The results of the bivariate study using chi-square analysis obtained the p-value of each variable, namely the mother's nutritional status (p=0.005) and mother's height (p=0.018). The study concludes that there is a relationship between the mother's nutritional status and the mother's height in the incidence of stunting in toddlers at the Pagambiran Health Center, Padang City.</em> <em>Researchers suggest that counseling related to stunting can be carried out for pregnant women and prospective brides as an initial preventive measure.</em></p><p><em> </em></p></td></tr></tbody></table></div><strong><em>Keywords: <strong><em>Chronic Energy Deficiency, Mother's Height, Stunting.</em></strong></em></strong>

The Effectiveness of Android-Based Pre-Marriage Class Applications Against the Knowledge of the Prospective Bride

In 2021 a training model has been successfully developed in a classical form for prospective brides, namely the Pre-Marriage Class. And in 2022 an Android-based Pre-Marriage Class application will be developed as a learning medium. This is to answer the problem of the limited time that the bride and groom have to participate in class activities and also considering the current pandemic situation which still limits the gathering of people in one room. The research objective was to determine the effectiveness of the pre-marital class application in increasing the understanding of prospective brides and grooms about maternal and child health in the context of preventing stunting toddlers. This research is research and development in nature which is intended to produce products in the form of mobile apps (applications) for Pre-Marriage Classes. As the study population were prospective brides in Kemiling District, and the sample was determined by accident, namely prospective brides who had registered at the KUA Kemiling District until March 2022. Data collection was carried out by means of interviews, questionnaires, and pretest posttest. The analysis was carried out descriptively and analytically using the N-gain test. The results showed that the pre-marital class application was appropriate for use as a learning medium (media expert score = 87.5%, material expert score = 78.6%, health worker score = 80.4%, and the bride and groom's score = 85.3 %). The application of pre-marital classes is also effective in increasing the understanding of the bride and groom in maternal and child health (N-gain value 0.59).

Peranan Kantor Urusan Agama Dalam Meminimalisir Terjadinya Perkawinan di Bawah Umur di Kecamatan Medan Barat


 A marriage that involves one or both partners before the woman is physically, physiologically, and psychologically prepared to support the responsibilities of marriage and parenthood is referred to as an underage marriage. Early marriage is an underage marriage whose aim preparation is not said to be maximal in terms of physical preparation, mental preparation, as well as material preparation, given the general age limit for marrying at a legal age. This article will delve more into the Office of Religious Affairs' contribution to reducing underage weddings. The aim of this essay is to provide writers and readers with a clearer understanding of the KUA's function in reducing the number of underage marriages in the Medan Barat District. This article employs a descriptive analysis strategy along with a qualitative research methodology. The Office of Religious Affairs (KUA), in the author's opinion, is crucial in preventing and reducing the number of underage marriages in the Medan Barat District. The Office of Religious Affairs works to prevent underage marriages in the West Medan District by, among other things, giving advice and counseling to prospective brides before their weddings. The West Medan District's junior high school pupils were adversely affected by early marriage, according to KUA of the West Medan Sub-District, which also conducted outreach on the laws governing underage marriage.
 
 Keywords: Office of Religious Affairs, Marriage, Minors

Respon Masyarakat Terhadap Pelayanan Kantor Urusan Agama Pada Masa Pandemi Covid-19 di Kota Medan

Under the Ministry of Religion's aegis, the Office of Religious Affairs (KUA) serves Muslims by registering marriages and providing other services. In order to satisfy the community, KUA must always provide the best service possible as a service center. They were required to implement health protocols and maintain physical contact with prospective brides who wanted to register their marriage with the KUA during the Covid 19 pandemic. As a result, the issue that will be discussed in this article is the response that the general public gave to KUA services in Medan City during the Covid-19 pandemic. observation, interviews, and documentation are all methods of data collection. During the Covid 19 Pandemic, the results indicated that the community's response to services at the Medan City KUA was effective and favorable..
 Keywords: KUA, Response, Society

Implementation of Premarital Counseling Description in Grobogan District, Central Java, Indonesia

Background: Pre-marital period is the best time to prepare for the quality of family health; however, In Indonesia, examinations and promotion of reproductive health and pre-marital counseling have yet to be carried out in all districts. Objectives: This study aimed to identify the description of reproductive health services and marriage counseling in Grobogan Regency, Central Java. Methods: This study used an assessment method of the implementation of the Reproductive Health Service Program for the bride, which includes IEC (Communication, Information, and Education) and medical examination of the bride and groom by health workers conducted in community health centers (Puskesmas) and other health care facilities, and office of religious affair (KUA), with the In-depth Interview Method. The subject was the KUA Officer under the Department of Religious Islamic Education in the Marriage Guidance program. Results: The interviews with KUA officers obtained results in 2017. There were still underage marriages, and the number increased in 2018. Prospective brides have submitted forms (N1, N2, N3, and N4) to KUA. Most of the brides were not physically examined (pulse, breathing frequency, blood pressure, body temperature) by health workers (63.7%), and blood groups were not examined (91.4%). Half of the respondents examined blood sugar, HIV, IMS, Hepatitis, and TORCH (56.8%). The bridegrooms were not examined for mid-upper arm circumferences (MUAC) (17.2%) and for signs of anemia (8.6%). The brides were not immunized against Hepatitis B (72.4%). Almost all brides get TT immunization at the Puskesmas (94.8%). Health workers stated that only some brides had been getting counseling about the bride's mental health (29,3%). Only 17.2% of the officers stated that the bride still needs to get a certificate of following the reproductive health IEC. Conclusions: KUA has conducted pre-marriage courses for couples according to the rules of the Ministry of Religion. Some PUSKESMAS had carried out activities for the bride and groom on a scheduled basis (for example, every Tuesday/Wednesday) but have not been carried out routinely, even stopped due to budgetary problems. The certificate is given after the bride and groom take the marriage guidance course, but it has yet to be required for marriage registration.

Correlation between the Level of Knowledge and Attitude Regarding Early Marriage among Female High School Students

The rate of early marriage in West Kalimantan in 2018 occupied the 14th place with a percentage of 21.22%, while in 2020 it increased to 24%. A study conducted at Kubu Raya District in 2014, showed that there were 63.6% of 88 prospective brides in the work area of Sungai Kakap Community Health Center who experienced unwanted pregnancies. The results of the Program Performance and Accountability Survey (SKAP) in 2019 showed that 63 out of 1,000 women in the age range of 15-19 years had given birth. This problem is also related to the incidence of unwanted pregnancies in West Kalimantan which reached 23.4% as reported in the 2019 SKAP survey data. This study aims to identify and analyze the correlation between the level of knowledge and attitude related to early marriage among female students at SMAN 1 of Sungai Kakap. This was a quantitative study using the cross sectional method. The study samples were selected using purposive sampling technique which obtained 81 respondents. The data collection instruments applied here were a questionnaire related to the level of knowledge regarding early marriage and a questionnaires related attitude regarding early marriage. The data collected were analyzed based on the frequency distribution and statistical test of the Spearman correlation test. The study findings based on the Spearman test obtained a significance value or p-value=0.000 (<0.005) and the correlation coefficient value of 0.556. Someone with a good level of understanding about early marriage would also have good character or an unsupportive attitude regarding underage marriage. Thus, it can be concluded that there was a significant correlation between the level of knowledge and attitude regarding early marriage among female students at SMAN 1 of Sungai Kakap. It is expected that the study finding can be applied as a guide for conducting further research, especially regarding the correlation between the level of knowledge and attitude regarding early marriage among female adolescents, as well as the basis for community service.

Penetapan Perkawinan dengan Wali Hakim Akibat Wali Adhal di Pengadilan Agama Nganjuk

Marriage is an inner and outer bond between a man and a woman as husband and wife, with the aim of forming a happy and eternal family based on the One Godhead. The pillars of marriage include prospective husbands, prospective wives, marriage guardians, two witnesses, and consent. The wali adhal case that took place at the Nganjuk Religious Court occurred when the prospective bride's lineage guardian hesitated or even refused to marry her daughter on the grounds that the prospective groom was not yet established in his work or because of problems with Javanese customs calculations, including house directions and calculations wetton. A guardian who does not want to marry off his daughter is called a wali 'adhal. The focus of the problem taken is how the procedure and form of the determination of guardian adhal and the basis for consideration of the panel of judges in granting the determination of the guardian judge to replace wali adhal at the Nganjuk Religious Court. It is a normative legal research, with a case approach and a conceptual approach. Using primary legal materials, secondary legal materials, and non-legal materials. The procedure and form of stipulation of guardian adhal at the Nganjuk Religious Court is in accordance with the applicable laws and regulations. The basis for the consideration of the panel of judges at the Nganjuk Religious Court which granted the determination of the guardian judge to replace the guardian adhal due to customary reasons and economic problems in the determination of 3 (three) cases was not in accordance with syar'i law. The reason does not concern the pillars and conditions for the validity of a marriage as required by syar'i law and the prevailing laws and regulations in Indonesia, so that reason must be set aside and the application granted.

INCREASING ATTITUDE AND BEHAVIOR OF DELAYING PREGNANCY OF THE RISKY BRIDE CANDIDATES THROUGH PRECONCEPTIVE HEALTH EDUCATION

<p><strong>Background:</strong> World Health Organization identified some factors of high-risk pregnancy. Health education with booklets can improve individual knowledge, attitudes, and behavior. This study aims to analyze the effect of preconception of health education with booklets on increasing the attitudes and behavior of the risky bride candidates.</p><p><strong>Method:</strong>This quasi-experimental pre-posttest design with control groups study was conducted at 4 Religious Affairs Office in Surakarta with a sample of 60 prospective brides divided into 2 groups and selected by consecutive sampling technique. Attitudes and behavior on delaying pregnancy were measured using an attitude questionnaire and a family planning acceptor card. Data analysis with Fisher's test, Chi Square Test, Z Test.</p><p><strong>Result:</strong> There was an increase in positive attitudes (delaying pregnancy) (36.7%), and there were n=10(33.3%) brides who delayed pregnancy (using contraception) in the group that was given education with a booklet with p <0.05 between the two groups. The group that received education using the booklet had the opportunity to improve attitudes 1.3 times and use contraception 1.45 times compared to the control group.</p><p><strong>Conclusion:</strong> This study concludes that pre-conceptional health education using booklets can be an alternative in increasing the positive attitude and behavior of delaying pregnancy at risky prospective brides.</p>

Implementation of the Prospective Bride Course in Indonesia: Provision for Marital Life by Kantor Urusan Agama

This study aims to examine the implementation of courses for prospective brides as an effort to improve knowledge of married life in Indonesia. This research uses a literature review method with content analysis techniques of the laws of the government of the Republic of Indonesia, regulations of the Ministry of Religion, and is supported by the opinions of experts in books and journals. The result of this research is that the prospective bride course (Suscatin) is an education for prospective brides that must be followed and carried out by the Marriage Advisory, Development and Preservation Agency (BP4) which is under the auspices of the religious affairs office (KUA) as a representative office of the district or city ministry of religion office throughout Indonesia. The course aims to provide knowledge about the concept of a harmonious family based on Islamic teachings known as Sakinah, Mawaddah Warahmah, and to prevent the occurrence of divorce that often occurs among brides these days. All needs regarding the implementation of the course are covered by funds from both central and regional governments. Implementation guidelines include syllabus, materials, learning models, lesson hours, resource persons, graduation certificates and others are regulated in the Regulation of the Director General of Islamic Public Guidance Number: DJ.II/542 of 2013 concerning Guidelines for the Implementation of Pre-Marriage Courses Article 1 and Article 2.

Konseling Pranikah: Sebuah Pendampingan Pastoral dalam Konteks Pelayanan Kristiani

Abstract
 
 In premarital counseling, there are practices to prepare prospective married couples for marriage. And usually this counseling practice is in the form of classes organized by the church according to the beliefs of the prospective bride and groom. The practice of premarital counseling is coaching with the intention of developing emotional maturity or other preparation, including personal ones.
 This research seeks to ascertain the importance of premarital counseling before entering into a holy marriage which will involve the church and be witnessed by many congregations. Through this research it will also be found that pre-marital counseling can foster a couple's relationship according to the Scriptures, and prepare them for the realm of marriage, then help grow emotionally mature, helping each couple to understand their role in marriage.
 Through a literature study with a biblical approach, this research draws a conclusion that marriage will go well and be solid for both bride and groom because it begins with pre-marital counseling where the church requires its congregation to go through that phase.
 This research seeks to find the best effort in dealing with marriage problems caused by a lack of counseling or guidance from related institutions, which is why divorces continue to increase.
 In this premarital counseling service, it can be given to prospective married couples with the aim that they really understand and understand the meaning of marriage that is desired by God in the Christian Family. So that their decision really becomes a married couple who are willing before God.