“Indonesian independence was not a gift from the colonialists, but the result of a long struggle involving all components of the nation, involving all ethnic groups and all religious adherents,” said Cardinal Suharyo.
Sister Margaretha and other nuns discovered that many youngsters from motorbike taxi drivers, port workers, farmers, and fishermen lacked the necessary skills. They frequently have low self-esteem, lack confidence in society, and no income source.
Father Phoung has an amazing zeal and capacity to motivate the local community to build from scratch and to trust in the providence of God, who takes care of His church.
“We became aware of the fact that we were without basic amenities like access to roads, safe drinking water, and building supplies,” Himatbhai Punabhai said.
Msgr. Pierre Hangly said, "You are the living stone, together to protect the house of the Holy Spirit, so the church is important to receive Christ, and Catholics have a vital role to play in receiving God to show mercy to others.”
