Jakarta, Gi-media.com. 
October 25, 2026
Bidaracina Parish of Saint Anthony of Padua, Archdiocese of Jakarta, celebrated its 88th Anniversary with a solemn and joyful Thanksgiving Eucharistic Celebration on Saturday, October 25, 2026.
The 88th Anniversary Thanksgiving Mass was presided over by Fr. Antonius Heruyono, SCJ , together with concelebrating priests, the Parish Council, religious sisters, and attended by hundreds of parishioners, community leaders, and representatives of neighborhoods, regions, and categorical communities of Bidaracina Parish.
Carrying the theme “88 Years of Being Faithful in Faith, Fruitful in Works, and Sharing in Love” (Beriman, Berkarya, dan Berbagi)”, the celebration became a moment to commemorate the long journey of Bidaracina Parish as a home of faith, a place of communion, and a center of loving service in the heart of East Jakarta.
In his homily, Fr. Antonius Heruyono, SCJ expressed gratitude for the faithfulness of the faithful from generation to generation who have preserved and enlivened the Church. “88 years is not just a number, but tangible proof of God’s love and guidance through Saint Anthony of Padua. We are called to continue to be a Church that is faithful in faith, fruitful in works, and sharing for others,” he said.
The celebration was marked by the cutting of the tumpeng of gratitude, praise offerings from the parish choir, and fellowship with all parishioners in the church courtyard. The atmosphere of family and togetherness was truly felt as a real manifestation of a living Church.
Bidaracina Parish of Saint Anthony of Padua, founded in 1938, continues to grow as a parish that is active in pastoral, educational, social, and environmental works.
With the spirit of 88 years of Faith, Works, and Sharing, Bidaracina Parish is committed to continuing to journey together as pilgrims of hope, faithful in faith, and serving with love. (Ine)
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