Mathias Hariyadi

In one hundred years of history since it was founded on 30 May 1912, the seminary has given the local Church thousands of priests, dozens of bishops and many charismatic figures, including two national heroes. Thousands of faithful and top clergy joined the anniversary celebration. Jesuit missionary commitment was behind the facility's foundation.

Dublin-born Fr Carolus has lived in Cilacap, Central Java, since 1973. Over the weekend, he received the Maarif Award, the third Catholic priest to be so honoured. He has worked for years with Muslims in a poor and underdeveloped region. He is an example of commitment and dedication towards one's fellow man, a bridge between religions and cultures.

The faithful of the Yasmin Church (YC) and Hkbp Filadelfia celebrated the feast outside the offices of the Head of State. YC Spokesman to Yudhoyono: Open your eyes and take measures to ensure the practice of worship. Also critical to the Minister of Foreign Affairs, who in Geneva depicts a country where harmony and tolerance reigns.

Dubbed 'demolition man', the Muslim extremist acknowledges his guilt and errors. "I am sorry for my misdeed," he said. Reactions from ordinary Indonesians are mixed. Some hope for real redemption; others suspect he might be trying to avoid prison.

The Hkbp Filadelfia Protestant community again targeted by extremists during Sunday services. At least 400 people surrounded the area and throwing sewage, used oil and eggs on the congregation. Christian leader: not even the police can protect us from attack.

The Filadelfia HKBP community met yesterday to celebrate the Ascension of the Lord. A mob attacked them, interrupting the religious service, which police failed to protect. Last week, a Christian journalist was beaten up for his faith.

Unidentified persons set fire to houses and cars. Dozens of families have fled their homes for fear of new attacks. The clashes began last May 14 during the celebrations of the Indonesian hero Thomas Matulessy. Police rule out the Islamists.

Under pressure from Islamic parties, the police in Jakarta called the singer’s show incompatible with the moral values of the country. Pop concerts at risk in Indonesia. Moderate leaders fear a radical turn in the country.

The attack took place last Wednesday in a village called Picuan (East Minahasa). No one knows why the attack was carried out, but some blame outsiders who also set fire to some local houses and cars parked in front of the local police station.

It's called Banser and is a branch of the Nahdlatul Ulama (NU), a movement established in 1926 which aims to protect all minorities in the country. Recently, they foiled an attack by Islamic fundamentalists against a Canadian writer. According to members of NU "Muslims and Christians believe in the same God," spread of radical Islam depends on the " government that supports them for fear of losing votes."

The Sukhoi Superjet 100 disappeared from radar in the area of Mount Salak in Bogor regency on a flight demonstration for promotional purposes. Rescue operations hampered by climate and topography. Among the victims potential buyers, journalists and diplomats.

For safety reasons, authorities suspend a function in program for yesterday. However, the place of worship, highly popular among faithful and pilgrims, will remain open. Attackers claim building does not have proper permit. The Archbishop of Semarang calls for calm: do not respond to provocation.