President Jokowi was not the first person Pope Francis met during his visit to Indonesia. Pope Francis reportedly met orphans, homeless people, and poor people from various religious backgrounds upon his arrival at the Vatican Embassy in Jakarta yesterday (3/9) afternoon.
In the meeting, Pope Francis showed his attention and affection to the orphans and refugees. The Pope not only listened to their stories and complaints, but also gave them warm hugs that made the atmosphere even more emotional.
This meeting became one of the most impressive parts of Pope Francis' visit to Indonesia. Showing the Pope's commitment to humanitarian issues and strengthening the spirit of solidarity between religious communities. This is what made netizens admit to being moved to see it.
"All children naturally want to be close to the Pope," commented @minizia_888
"touched...want to cry...Always be healthy, Holy Father Pope Francis," wrote @indriana_bernadette
"why am I crying so much," said @ibuknyavalentnuelcornel
Furthermore, here are moments when Pope Francis met orphans and refugees, summarized by brilio.net from various sources on Wednesday (04/9).
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Pope Francis appeared to prioritize marginalized people when he arrived in Indonesia on Tuesday (3/9).
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Upon arriving in Jakarta, Pope Francis was immediately greeted by orphans, the sick, and refugees at the Vatican Embassy (Nunciatura) complex in Central Jakarta.
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He also greeted approximately 40 people from marginalized groups warmly.
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Children were also seen shaking hands and giving hugs to Pope Francis.
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Not only children, the event was also attended by the elderly and homeless who were accompanied by the Indonesian SantEgidio Community.
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Pope Francis gave the refugees his blessing.
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Pope Francis expressed his concern for marginalized groups in Evangelii Gaudium in 2013, shortly after he was elected leader of the world's Catholic community.