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วันพุธที่ 29 มกราคม พ.ศ. 2563

Pope at Audience : the Beatitudes are message for humanity



Pope at Audience: the Beatitudes are a message for humanity

Inaugurating a new cycle of catechesis dedicated to the Beatitudes, Pope Francis reflects on Jesus’ invitation to conduct a life of humility, poverty and mercy.
By Linda Bordoni
Pope Francis said that In order to give Himself to us, God often chooses "unthinkable" paths that point us beyond our “limitations, tears and failures,” towards that Paschal joy born of Christ’s own passage from death to life.
Speaking to the pilgrims gathered in the Paul VI Hall for the Wednesday General Audience, he reflected on the Sermon on the Mount pronounced by Jesus who, he said, “enlightened” the lives of believers and also of many non-believers.
“It is difficult,” the Pope said, not to be touched by these words, and he encouraged the faithful to understand and welcome them “ever more fully” because “they contain a kind of Christian identity card”.

The proclamation of the Beatitudes

The Pope explained how the proclamation of the message came about: When He saw the crowds Jesus went up the “sweet slope” surrounding the Lake of Galilee, sat down and addressed the disciples proclaiming the Beatitudes.
“The message is addressed to the disciples, but there are crowds stretching to the horizon, there is all humanity. It is a message for all humanity,” he said.

A new law

The “mountain”, the Pope continued, recalls the one in Sinai, where God gave Moses the Ten Commandments. However this time, he said, the setting is not that of a “terrible storm”, but of a place in which the “sweet power” of the Good News is in the air.
Thus, Pope Francis said, Jesus began to teach a new law that calls us to be poor, to be meek, to be merciful.
These "new Commandments", he added, are much more than norms: “In fact, Jesus does not impose anything, but reveals the path to happiness,” repeating the word ‘blessed’ eight times.

God's gift

Pope Francis explained that each Beatitude is composed of three parts: the opening word “Blessed” followed by the situation in which those who are called blessed find themselves – poor in spirit, mourning, thirsting for justice – and finally the reason for which they are blessed. 
"There are eight Beatitudes and it would be nice to learn them by heart and to repeat them in order to keep this law that Jesus gives us in our mind and in our hearts,” he said.
He highlighted that the reason for Beatitude is not to be found in one’s present situation, but in the new condition that those who are blessed receive as a gift from God: "For theirs is the kingdom of heaven”, “for they will be comforted”, “for they will inherit the land” and so on.

A condition of grace

As for the “reason” for happiness, the Pope noted that Jesus often uses passive verbs like “they will be satisfied”, “they will be shown mercy”, “they will be called children of God”; saying that the Beatitudes teach that we are blessed not by our present situation, but rather by the new condition that is ours by God’s grace
The Pope went on to dwell on the word “Blessed”, saying that in its original meaning it  does not indicate someone “with a full belly or who is doing well.” He explained that it refers to a person who finds him or herself in a state of grace and who is going forward on the path indicated by God with patience, poverty, service towards others, consolation.
“He or she who goes forward on that path is happy, will be blessed,” he said.

Read the Beatitudes

Reiterating that the Beatitudes “always lead to joy”, the Pope invited those present to take the Gospel of Matthew in hand and read chapter 5, verse 1 to 11, “perhaps a couple of times during the week, in order to understand this beautiful and secure path to happiness that the Lord proposes to us.”

Greetings to pilgrims

At the end of the audience, Pope Francis greeted the groups of pilgrims present in various languages, and reminded those from Poland that on Sunday, on the Solemnity of the Presentation of the Lord, the Day for Consecrated Life is celebrated in their country and he asked for prayers:
“Let us pray for the religious who dedicate themselves to God and to their brothers and sisters in daily service, according to their charism, so that they may always be faithful witnesses of Christ's saving love. Let us also pray for new vocations to the consecrated life.”

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วันอาทิตย์ที่ 26 มกราคม พ.ศ. 2563

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วันศุกร์ที่ 24 มกราคม พ.ศ. 2563

10 Most beautiful Churches in INDONESIA.

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The 10 Most Beautiful Churches in Jakarta

Cathedral Jakarta, Indonesia.
Cathedral Jakarta, Indonesia. | © Nadezda Murmakova / Alamy Stock Photo
Photo of Edira Putri
AUGUST 9, 2018
Charming colonial buildings, tradition-influenced design and even charming fusions make these churches more than just a place to attend masses. These beautiful churches in Jakarta are also historical landmarks, a cultural heritage, and are architectural feats.
If someone told you the world’s largest Muslim population had a plethora of magnificent churches in its capital, you may not find it easy to believe. But Indonesia is interestingly heterogeneous that way. The Christian community in the country is very much alive, spawning captivating relics and buildings across the archipelago from the colonial era until today. Diversity is present even across churches or denominations, resulting in a fascinating range of church buildings and stories behind them.

Stella Maris Catholic Church

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Stella Maris Church in the North of Jakarta, Indonesia.
Stella Maris Church in the North of Jakarta, Indonesia. | © Andreas H/Shutterstock
This church’s sophisticated wooden interior creates a solemn and relaxing ambiance for those who come to worship. A soft earthy palette is also reflected by the stone floor and exterior, together creating a local and natural feel. The façade takes the form of three concentric ovals adorned by long windows and framed by greeneries. Thoughtful and aesthetic design granted Stella Maris a number of architectural awards, including the honour of getting International Architecture Commendation from The Australian Institute of Architect for its graceful interior.
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GPIB Pniel

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Church GPIB Pniel Jakarta, Indonesia.
Church GPIB Pniel Jakarta, Indonesia. | © Saka Wijaya/Shutterstock
Like many colonial heritage structures in Indonesia, this church manifests a certain classy and nostalgic feel in its architecture. Started off as a small chapel in 1856, the church building has since undergone a number of rebuilding and revitalisations. Now, the whitewashed building has two main towers, with a rose window and other design elements typical of old European churches. Many of its interior components are remnants of history, including an 1855 bible in Dutch.
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Jakarta Cathedral

Building, Cathedral, Museum
The neo-gothic cathedral of Jakarta
The neo-gothic cathedral of Jakarta | © Seika / Flickr
Built with the Neo-Gothic style typical of the time of construction in 1901, this cathedral looks more like the ones you’ll encounter in Europe than at the heart of the world’s largest Muslim nation. The façade mimics natural stone construction with towering spires and interiors adorned with statues and symbolic objects. This church also serves as a heritage site and destination with one of its three main spires housing a museum showcasing relics of Catholic rituals.
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Regina Caeli Catholic Church

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Regina Caeli Catholic Church, Jakarta Indonesia.
Regina Caeli Catholic Church, Jakarta Indonesia. | © Andreas H/Shutterstock
Unlike many Catholic church buildings, Regina Caeli wasn’t built like the centuries-old Gothic architecture. Instead, it assumes a rather modern, sleek façade that subtly resembles a ship. While the iconic exterior alone is enticing, the magnificent interior is also state of the art. Upon entering the building, you cannot not focus your attention on the elegant and dignified altar. Beyond the dimmed, solemn colours of wood and stones, this church was also built to blend with nature, incorporating large windows overlooking the lush mangrove forest just outside the compound.
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Santo Andreas Kim Tae Gon Catholic Church

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St Andreas Kim Tae Gon, Jakarta, Indonesia.
St Andreas Kim Tae Gon, Jakarta, Indonesia. | © Andreas H/Shutterstock
This Catholic church is among the first in Indonesia to honour an Asian saint instead of one from Europe, and Kim Tae Gong Church cherishes its namesake martyr from Korea. The cultural stance governs some architectural aspects of the church, such as the patriarch’s statue wearing a traditional Korean hat and wood carvings depicting his life stories. Both the exterior and interior look cosmopolitan with some conventional church building elements like stained glass, a magnificent but solemn altar, and ornate, well-polished articles for rituals.
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Simultan Church

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Dutch field of honor Menteng Pulo in Jakarta, Java Island, Indonesia.
Dutch field of honor Menteng Pulo in Jakarta, Java Island, Indonesia. | © HildaWeges Photography/Shutterstock
This lovely chapel is located in a memorial park built for war victims from the Royal Netherlands East Indies Army, which employed the local community as well as Dutch militaries. Aside from acknowledging deceased armies who may not be Christians, this chapel has extended its function as a general place of worship, welcoming people of every belief to pray and pay tribute. Although initially built with typical church features, the building also has a mosque-style dome and minaret that interestingly enough is adorned with religious symbols for Islam, Christian, Taoism, and Judaism. Having the vast memorial park as its yard, this church completes the compound with its own charm, with the eclectic design elements, immaculate white walls, and grand but welcoming character.
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Koinonia Church

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Thousands of people praying together on the street during Eid-ul Fitr day near Koinonia Church in East Jakarta, Indonesia.
Thousands of people praying together on the street during Eid-ul Fitr day near Koinonia Church in East Jakarta, Indonesia. | © Creativa Images/Shutterstock
As the first church in Jakarta’s eastern area, this building has been granted cultural heritage status. Beyond its historical significance, Koinonia church boasts an effortlessly charming architecture that makes the building stand out among its neighbours. The corners of the building are braced by soaring towers, connected by gables that frame the main hall. Koinonia church stands proud at the end of the road where two main avenues meet, its beauty observable from almost all sides.
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Church of Santa Maria de Fatima

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St Maria de Fatima Catholic Church, West Jakarta, Indonesia.
St Maria de Fatima Catholic Church, West Jakarta, Indonesia. | © Andreas H/Shutterstock
Located in Jakarta’s chinatown area, this church reflects a peculiar jumble between Chinese architecture and elements of the Catholic beliefs. From the vivid red and yellow hues to grand lion statues at the entrance, at first glance this church looks more like a Chinese temple or shrine. But the wood carvings and paintings of Jesus are unmistakable, albeit surrounded by ornate oriental knick-knacks. First established in the 1950s, this church is also an anointed cultural heritage.
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Indonesian Reformed Evangelical Church

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Indonesian Reformed Evangelical Church, Jakarta | © Indonesian Reformed Evangelical Church
This splendid white church building with its magnificent blue dome is an unmissable landmark in Kemayoran, Central Jakarta. Hemmed by slender doric pillars, the front side is signified by a towering triangle structure representing the church’s symbol with a cross on top. The building has six storeys and in all its grandeur can contain 2,000 to 4,000 people on each level. The interior is also designed to accommodate a large congregation, with an amphitheatre seating arrangement orienting the glorious altar.
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GPIB Immanuel Jakarta

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Immanuel Church in Jakarta | © Midori / WikiCommons
In addition to being a prominent place of worship, this church at the heart of Jakarta is also a historical landmark, having been built during the colonial era in 1834. Moreover, this Protestant church is an architectural feat with monumental pillars and exquisite Corinth-style carvings, a stunning circular layout covered with marble tiles. Inside the effortlessly elegant interior sits an antique pipe organ from 1843 that continues to be used for church services to this day.