Mathias Hariyadi

The Jakarta Concert Orchestra starred at the 19th edition of the pre-Christmas music recital. The apostolic nuncio, several ambassadors and dozens of priests attended the event held in the capital. The aim of the evening was to raise funds for worthy projects because doing good is "a moral and spiritual duty."

Parliament's decision to include holder's religious affiliation in identity papers sparks widespread criticism. For many, the inclusion will lead to persecution and abuse, especially of those who do not belong to any of the recognised faiths. According to research by the Setara Institute, the Ahmadi sect has endured the most with 46 attacks out of 122 incidents recorded in the first six months of 2013.

Pangkep District leaders order the demolition of the GKSS's only place of worship. For extremists, the building did not have the necessary permits. For the faithful, this was a "senseless operation" in violation of religious freedom. Christian activist slams the Indonesian president and government for failing to protect minorities.

The Bishops' Conference warns that prison is not the solution for drug addicts who need instead help to reintegrate in society. At the same time, the fight against drug producers and traffickers should be total. In 2013, more than 4.9 million Indonesians made use of illicit drugs.

A group of FPI members stopped the Sunday services of the Hkbp in Binjai . Fundamentalists threaten Christians, who are forced to leave under police escort. Attack sparked by false accusations of promoting religious activities in a building without permission. A case pending for more than five years.

Over the weekend, people met to pray and share in Java. More 5,000 young people got together in Jakarta with Card Rylko. In Yogyakarta, the archbishop led a Eucharistic celebration. A distinguished Catholic executive finds strength in prayer to make the most of his work.

A MUI spokesman calls on resorts and hotels to set aside space for worship to preserve the island's purity and Muslim traditions, which are being threatened by an influx of tourists from Java. A guidebook will be shortly released showing how to build the perfect 'mushola'.

Indonesia's president takes hard-line against Australia over spy scandal. Canberra is accused of monitoring communications among neighbour's highest officials. The problem of illegal migrants might also be behind the controversy. Voices are raised among Indonesians for a firm stance against the United States as well. As protesters burn Australian flags, others fear the crisis' impact on trade.

Thousands of young people will animate November 23 celebration. Mass will be presided by the President of the Pontifical Council for the Laity. Decisive work of organization and communication carried out by the Bishops' Conference, through Facebook , Twitter and a video on YouTube.

Indonesia's most active and dangerous volcano killed hundreds in 2010. This morning's event was triggered by a 4.7 earthquake. The eruption, which spewed volcanic ash about 2,000m into the sky, did not cause any no casualties.

The protagonist of the story is the young Protestant actor Jonas Rivanno. To tie the knot with his colleague Asmirandah Zantman he pretended to embrace Islam and changes his religion on his identity document. But continues to declare himself a Christian. For the family of the woman this is a shock and betrayal. The Islamists ready to report him to the police.

At the Bishops' annual meeting, drugs were discussed in depth for the first time. The prelates plan to act for the physical and spiritual care of those who abuse drugs. In 2013, the number of drug users topped 4.9 million people who come from every walk of life, but more widely found among the upper classes.