Christians In Aceh Live Christmas Worship Safely And Peacefully

Christians during Christmas Mass at the Holy Heart Catholic Church in Banda Aceh (Doc. ANTARA)

ACEH - Christians in Aceh undergo Christmas services safely and comfortably. This was conveyed by the Deputy Chief Executive of the Parish Council of the Holy Heart Catholic Church in Banda Aceh, Baron Ferryson Pandiangan right on Christmas Day 2024.

"This is an important moment for us to say that Aceh is safe and comfortable," said Baron Ferryson Pandiangan in Banda Aceh, citing ANTARA on Wednesday, December 25.

He said that the implementation of Christmas in Aceh was without any disturbance at all, so that they could carry out worship freely and smoothly full of joy.

Baron emphasized that during his 14 years in Aceh, he had never been disturbed by every Christmas celebration. In fact, people also never feel disturbed.

"There has never been a disturbance, I've been here for 14 years, almost every year we celebrate like this. Every year we are safe and comfortable," he said.

Therefore, he thanked the government, the security team and the surrounding community who had been very tolerant.

"Thank you for all the security cooperation, the surrounding community. Very tolerant," said Baron.

Meanwhile, the Acting Governor of Aceh, Safrizal ZA stated that he and Forkopimda had carried out patrols and ensured that people carrying out Christmas services were safe and orderly.

"This (patrol) is a form of our respect for those who celebrate Christmas 2024. The government is of course obliged to keep all processes running smoothly, well and orderly," he said.

He emphasized that the implementation of Islamic law does not interfere with other religions in Aceh. However, respecting and respecting other religious adherents. Vice versa.

"So we live in harmony, respect each other, respect all others. So that it runs harmoniously," said Safrizal ZA.