We enjoy attending church. The members are very friendly and everyone—adults, youth and children want to shake our hand each Sunday. The people are very kind, loving and humble. There are about 6000 members of the church in Indonesia with most living on the island of Java, where Jakarta is located. There are 16 chapels located throughout Indonesia, with 24 wards and branches, organized under one stake and two mission districts. Currently there are 70 missionaries with about half being from Indonesia. The closest temple is in Philippines.
This is the building we attend most Sundays. Two wards meet in this building--one english speaking and one Indonesian speaking unit. This is a two story building with the chapel and cultural hall on the second floor and offices, classrooms, kitchen, etc. on the first floor. Sports are played outside in a paved area behind the building. This was one of the first church buildings built in Indonesia. It is located about one mile from where we live.
This is the front yard of the church--yes, Gail continues to find new ideas for our yard at home!
This is the chapel. it will hold about 130 people before the overflow area needs to be opened.
This is the church in downtown Jakarta. It is in an office/store complex and does not look like a church. This was due to various restrictions in place at the time that did not allow the building of christian churches. It is four stories and does have an elevator!
This is the chapel in the above building. It is located on the third floor.
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