DIRECTORATE GENERAL OF CHRISTIAN GUIDANCE HOLDS WORSHIP TO WELCOME CHRISTMAS 2023 WITH A SPIRIT OF TOGETHERNESS AND SERVICE

Bandung (DBK): In order to strengthen togetherness and commitment to service, the Directorate General of Christian Community Guidance (DBK) held a spiritual mental development event for the State Civil Assembly (ASN) and its staff. This event was held in Bandung on December 13, 2023, with the theme of implementing Christian values in public service. The Director General of Christian Community Guidance, Jeane Marie Tulung, represented by the Secretary of the Directorate General of Christian Guidance, Johni Tilaar, emphasized the importance of this activity in building a common perception and improving the quality of service to the community. This activity is designed to strengthen cohesion among ASNs and foster a better spirit of work. In his speech, Tilaar also highlighted the importance of the Christmas celebration as a moment of introspection and gratitude for Christians. This year's Christmas theme, taken from Luke 2:14, is reminiscent of God's greatness and love. Tilaar invited ASN to realize the love of God through dedication and serving the people with sincerity. Rev. Bambang Jonan, in his Christmas devotion, highlighted the changing role of shepherds after the coming of Jesus Christ. Quoting from the Gospel of Luke, he explains how Jesus offered himself for the people and illustrates how everyone can become a shepherd by feeding the sheep of God, beyond the limits of social status and wealth. The event was attended by all ranks of ASN Ditjen Bimas Kristen in Central and West Java, church leaders, as well as Dharma Wanita Persatuan Ditjen Bimas Kristen. This activity is a manifestation of the commitment of the Directorate General of Christian Guidance to integrating religious values into public services and building a stronger and more integrated community.