Pura Mangkunegaran hosts 60th anniversary of Surakarta Catholic Diocese

The Catholic Diocese of Surakarta celebrated its 60th anniversary on October 7, 2026, with a series of religious and cultural events held at Pura Mangkunegaran in Surakarta, Central Java. The celebration featured a Thanksgiving Mass at the Pendhapa Ageng led by the Archbishop of Semarang, Mgr. Robertus Rubiyatmoko, attended by over 3,000 clergy and faithful from 29 parishes and one station.

Under the theme ‘Nyawiji, Mawutuh lan Andum Berkah’ (Uniting, Completing, and Sharing Blessings), the event included a theatrical concert titled ‘Kawula Satuhu’ at the Pamedan area. The celebration emphasized the integration of faith with Javanese culture and the importance of religious harmony.

K.G.P.A.A. Mangkoenagoro X, also known as Gusti Bhre, welcomed the Catholic community to Mangkunegaran, stating that the institution serves as a cultural space that fosters brotherhood within diversity. The Vicar Episcopal of Surakarta, Romo Herman Yoseph Singgih Sutoro, expressed hope that the Church continues to bring blessings to the wider Surakarta community through its presence and cultural engagement.