Posts Tagged ‘Pope Francis in Indonesia’

Pope urges Indonesia to promote tolerance and combat extremism

Thursday, September 5th, 2024
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Pope Francis has called on Indonesia, the world’s largest Muslim-majority nation, to combat extremism and strengthen interreligious tolerance. The pontiff made the appeal during a speech to national leaders in Jakarta on 4 September at the start of his three-day visit to the country. Speaking with Indonesian President Joko Widodo and other officials, Pope Francis Read more

Pope Francis’ Indonesia visit strengthens interfaith ties

Thursday, September 5th, 2024
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Pope Francis’s visit to Indonesia is being hailed as a key moment for interfaith relations. He will engage with leaders from different religious communities in the world’s largest Muslim-majority nation. The pontiff arrived in Jakarta on 3 September, marking the start of his 12-day trip across Asia and Oceania. On 5 September, Pope Francis is Read more