The Eucharistic celebration was presided over by Fr. Fransiskus Xaverius Magung, SVD, a missionary from Flores, Indonesia, who has served in Hungary since 2005. The community warmly welcomed Ambassador Herasati, whose visit highlighted the enduring friendship between Indonesia and Hungary.

Following the liturgy, Ambassador Herasati met with Mr. Béla Básthy, Mayor of Kőszeg, who introduced the city’s historical landmarks and the Town Hall. During the meeting, the Mayor expressed his appreciation for Indonesia and acknowledged the missionary ministry of Fr. Fransiskus, whose dedicated service has helped strengthen the bonds of friendship between the two nations.

The delegation from the Embassy of the Republic of Indonesia in Budapest also visited the grave of Fr. Lando Modestus, SVD (†2018), an Indonesian missionary, as well as the resting place of Fr. Ferenc Mészáros, a Hungarian missionary who served on the island of Flores for 37 years. The visit honored the longstanding missionary ties and shared history linking Indonesia and Hungary.

Source and photos: Embassy of the Republic of Indonesia in Budapest.