"FLOWER PLANTING COMPETITION" ENLIVENS THE 15TH ANNIVERSARY OF GKI JORDAN VALLEY CHURCH

At the celebration of the 16th anniversary of the GKI congregation of the Jordan Valley Church, Emereuw held a flower planting competition, which has become one of the committee's agenda items. This activity is not just a celebration but also a place for the congregation to unite in the spirit of togetherness and environmental preservation. The head of the ecclesiastical holiday committee, Mr. Luis Yarangga, highlighted the importance of the flower planting competition as part of ecological awareness and reforestation. This competition involves the participation of nine rayons in the church, with the increasingly tempestuous spirit of the elements of service (PKB).

However, what makes this year's flower planting competition even more special is the active involvement of Rayon 3 Mount of Olives and Rayon 4 Gethsemane, which not only plant flowers but also add aspects of planting fruit trees. According to Paskhal Mandowen, one of the organizers, this step is important because it provides real benefits for the congregation. In addition to beautifying the churchyard with a variety of flower colors, planting fruit trees contributes directly to the provision of fresh fruit that can be enjoyed by the congregation. It also reflects the spirit of togetherness and concern for the environment that is rife among the congregation. Not only that, the flower planting competition is also an event to strengthen the inter-rayon brotherhood. Through collaboration in planting and caring for flowers and fruit trees, congregations demonstrate the strength of their solidarity in creating a beautiful and sustainable church environment. As part of the celebration of the 16th anniversary of the GKI Jordan Valley Church, this activity not only brightened the atmosphere but also gave a strong message of the importance of maintaining nature and togetherness. In addition, the flower planting competition is also a starting point for wider environmental conservation efforts.

By involving the community in ecologically valuable activities such as this, GKI Jama'at Lembah Yordan sends a strong message that the church is not only a place of worship but also a place where the values of caring for nature and togetherness are practiced in a real way. With the spirit of brotherhood, the flower planting competition in celebration of the 16th anniversary of the GKI Jordan Valley Church this year is not only an ordinary activity but also a symbol of the church's commitment to preserving nature and strengthening brotherhood in the church. With the hope that this spirit will continue to inspire future generations to care more about the environment and surrounding communities. The flower-planting competition also shows that the church is not only a place of worship but also a social institution that plays an active role in sustainable community development. Through activities such as this, GKI Jama'at Lembah Yordan provides a clear example that concern for the environment and togetherness can be realized in concrete actions that have a positive impact on the surrounding environment. More than just a competition event, a flower planting competition is a means to strengthen interpersonal relationships and build awareness of the importance of preserving nature. By embracing the entire community in this activity, GKI Yordan Valley Church also invites the surrounding community to participate in environmental conservation efforts. Not only that, planting flowers and fruit trees also provides long-term benefits for the environment around the church. By planting fruit trees, it not only creates a beautiful environment but also provides a sustainable source of food for the congregation and the surrounding community. In an era that is increasingly aware of the importance of preserving nature, activities such as flower planting competitions have become a concrete step in strengthening commitment to environmental preservation. Through this activity, GKI Jemaah Lembah Yordan sends a strong message that they are not only concerned with spiritual interests but also with the preservation of nature and the welfare of the surrounding community.