By Mathias Hariyad
ANTICIPATION is building across Indonesia as the Catholic community prepares for Pope Francis’ upcoming apostolic visit with the launch of a book about the pontiff’s influential statements and teachings.
The new book titled “Kata Bertuah Paus Fransiskus” (The Magic Words of Pope Francis), authored by Father Valentinus “Troy” Robi SDV, was launched two weeks before the Papal Visit.
Father Robi, a young Indonesian Vacationist priest currently based in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, explained his motivation stemmed from his deep admiration for Pope Francis during his studies in Naples.
“The Pontiff’s profound comments on various societal issues inspired me to compile his teachings into a book,” said Father Robi.
The publication was supported by the Yayasan Karsa Cipta Asa Foundation, marking Father Robi’s debut as an author.
In addition to the new release, Indonesian publishers such as Kompas and PT Gramedia Pustaka Utama are reissuing previous titles on Pope Francis, further demonstrating the local excitement.
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