BEKASI - Coordinating Minister for Infrastructure and Regional Development Agus Harimurti Yudhoyono (AHY) emphasized the spirit of revival and tolerance between religions towards a better nation in the future as the meaning of the Easter celebration.
"I express my gratitude for being able to be present in this peaceful and spiritual celebration, the Easter celebration full of the meaning of resurrection," said AHY when attending the holy Easter night mass at the Kalvari Lubang Buaya Catholic Church, Pondok Gede, Bekasi City, West Java, Saturday, quoted by Antara.
He revealed that his presence at the Easter night mass was his first experience, but it gave a deep impression as well as in order to fulfill the promise to come when invited by the church administrator when he attended the LDII event at a location not far from the point of this activity.
On this occasion, AHY invited all people to emulate the spirit of Easter as a symbol of resurrection and hope. Realistic optimism is the key to facing various challenges towards a better future.
He also emphasized the importance of maintaining peace amid the challenging global dynamics. According to him, conflicts in various regions of the world, including in the Middle East, have an impact that must be watched by all countries, including Indonesia.
"Although the geographical distance is far, the impact of geopolitical, security, and economic turmoil can still be felt. Therefore, we must remain vigilant and focus on national development," he said.
He also highlighted the importance of maintaining harmony in the midst of Indonesia's diversity, which has more than 280 million people with different backgrounds.
According to the son of former President Susilo Bambang Yudhoyono, the church not only serves as a place of worship, but also as a center of social and humanitarian solidarity.
He hopes that the spirit of togetherness, tolerance between religious people, and social concern will continue to be maintained and improved. He also congratulated all Christians in Indonesia on celebrating Easter.
"Hopefully we will all be given health, happiness and strength to continue to build a more advanced and prosperous Indonesia," he said.
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