Assisting the Congregation of Sriwangi Village Mosque through Educational Friday Sermons Based on Local Wisdom

Abstract

This community service initiative aims to empower the congregation of the Sriwangi Village Mosque through mentoring in the delivery of educational Friday sermons that integrate local wisdom. The implementation methods included training for the preachers (Khatib), mentoring in sermon material preparation, as well as implementation and evaluation of the sermons. The training focused on effective communication techniques and the integration of Sundanese local wisdom values, such as *silih asah, silih asih, silih asuh* (mutual sharpening, loving, and nurturing), into religious messages. Evaluation results showed a significant improvement in the preachers' understanding and skills. A congregant satisfaction survey also indicated a highly positive response, with 92% of congregants stating that the sermon material had become more relevant to daily life and easier to understand. This program not only strengthens the role of the mosque as a center of civilization but also preserves the noble values of local culture that are in harmony with Islamic teachings. The activity concludes that a local wisdom-based sermon approach is effective in enhancing the religious understanding of the community and strengthening cultural identity.