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Pope Francis to Hold Mass at GBK

Indonesia is excited to host the Pope, the leader of the World Catholic Church, in Jakarta. The main event of his visit will be a Grand Eucharistic Mass at GBK, Senayan, Jakarta.
Photo source: Paus Fransiskus (Source: www.katolisitas.org)
 
People from various circles welcomed Pope Francis' arrival in Indonesia on September 3, 2024. His simple and humble character makes him admirable to everyone. It was noticeable that the Pope stayed at the Apostolic Nunciature, also known as the Vatican Embassy to Indonesia, instead of a luxury hotel. He was also seen riding in a Kijang Innova Zenix vehicle. He chose to sit next to the driver, eschewing a luxury and bulletproof vehicle, in contrast to the two previous popes who visited Indonesia in 1970 and 1989. His simplicity and humility serve as an example to all.
 

Pertemuan Paus Fransiskus & Presiden Jokowi (Source: www.rri.co.id)
 
Pope Francis will hold a series of events during his visit to Indonesia. These include meetings with President Jokowi, state officials, civil society, the diplomatic corps, young people from Scholas Occurantes, various religious figures, and the Society of Jesus. He will also visit the Cathedral Church and the Istiqlal Mosque. The peak of the Pope's visit will be on September 5, 2024, when he will hold a Grand Mass at Gelora Bung Karno in Senayan, Jakarta. This event is expected to be attended by 80,000 Roman Catholics.
 

Paus Fransiskus dan rombongan (Source: www.pasundanekspres.id)
 
Here is the schedule for the Grand Mass event that will be led by Pope Francis today:

1. Pre-Mass (12:00 - 17:00 WIB)
- Church Bells: Angelus Prayer
- Instrumental Play: Gregorian Chants | 9th & 10th Century Roman Catholic
- Singing the Song Indonesia Raya
- Welcoming Greeting Video 1
- Singing the National Song
- Welcoming Greeting Video 2
- Church Song Performance 1
- Church Song Performance 2
- Pope Francis Profile Video Play
- Talkshow "FAITH - FRATERNITY - COMPASSION"
- Song Performance: "St. Francis Prayer"
- Pope Francis Quote & Taize Prayer
- Song Performance "Our Lady of Eternal Help"
- Rosary Prayer
- Closing Song of the Rosary: Hail Mary
 

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2. Holy Mass (17:00 - 18:30 WIB)
- Entry Procession, Incensation of the Altar and Statue of Mary
- Opening: Sign of the Cross and Salutation
- Prayer of Penance
- Lord Have Mercy
- Hymn of Glory
- Prayer of the Collection
- First Reading
- Responsorial Psalm
- Introductory Verses to the Gospel
- Gospel Readings
- Homilies
- Prayers of the People
- Preparation for the Offertory
- Prayers for Dedication and Incineration
- Prayers for the Offering - Preface and Holy
- Eucharistic Prayer III
- Lord's Prayer
- Prayer for Peace
- Lamb of God
- Preparation for Communion
- Communion
- Prayer After Communion
- Address by the Cardinal
- Blessing and Dedication
- Marian Antiphon = Salve, Regina
 

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3. Post-Mass (6:30 PM - 7:30 PM WIB)
- Song Performances: "The Prayer" & "Sang Dewi"
- Performances by The Sisters
- The Romos
- Medley Performance of Regional Songs

Thus, the Great Eucharistic Mass on September 5, 2024, will be led by Pope Francis. Wishing Pope Francis good health and God's blessings!
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