The passing of the Pope, who set a great example of compassion and peace, is a profound loss for the world, the minister said.
“Pope Francis was a prominent figure of love, moral integrity, support for peace, and solidarity with the poor and marginalized,” Sugiono added.
In the condolence book, he wrote that Pope Francis' visit to Indonesia last year would always be remembered as a moment of hope and unity for Indonesia and the world.
He also expressed hope that the Pope may rest in eternal peace.
During his visit, Sugiono personally conveyed his condolences to the Apostolic Nuncio to Indonesia, Archbishop Monsignor Piero Pioppo.
The two also spoke about the late Pope Francis.
The Apostolic Nunciature of the Holy See in Jakarta opened its doors to Indonesians wishing to express their condolences following the death of Pope Francis.
In addition to Sugiono, Religious Affairs Minister Nasaruddin Umar also paid tribute to the late pontiff at the nunciature.
Several condolence wreaths — including from President Prabowo Subianto, Cabinet Secretary Teddy Indra Wijaya, and Human Rights Minister Natalius Pigai — were displayed within the nunciature complex.
Pope Francis passed away at his residence at 7:35 a.m. Vatican time on Easter Monday, April 21, 2025. He was 88.
His funeral is scheduled to take place at Saint Peter’s Basilica at 10 a.m. Vatican time on April 26.
The Mass will be presided over by the Dean of the College of Cardinals, Cardinal Giovanni Battista Re.
The Eucharistic celebration will conclude with the Ultima commendatio and the Valedictio, marking the beginning of the Novemdiales — nine days of mourning and Masses for the repose of Pope Francis’ soul.
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Editor: M Razi Rahman
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