DEPOK – The Depok City Government has reaffirmed its commitment to supporting the strengthening of spiritual infrastructure and social harmony across religious communities. This concrete step was demonstrated by the Mayor of Depok, Supian Suri, who officially confirmed the provision of stimulus funds worth IDR 100 million to support the construction project of the HKBP Depok 1 Church building. This strategic statement was delivered directly before the church leadership, congregation, and community leaders present at the groundbreaking ceremony for the worship facility located on Jalan Cenderawasih, Depok Jaya Village, Pancoran Mas District.

In its budget intervention, Supian Suri instructed the regional financial technical staff to secure the financial aid allocation to be included in the draft of the Regional Revenue and Expenditure Budget (APBD) for the 2026 Fiscal Year Amendment. The executive authority welcomed this development expansion as a representation of a strong spirit of togetherness, social care, and the realization of a healthy tolerance ecosystem in Depok City. This collective step is considered a crucial variable in shaping a future generation with great character, love for the homeland, steadfastness in religious essence, and respect for humanitarian values among fellow citizens.

On the same occasion, the Chairman of the HKBP Depok 1 Construction Committee, Helbert Manalu, presented a detailed explanation of the architectural blueprint for the house of worship project, which has stood firmly since 1977. Situated on a land area of 1,923 square meters, this total renovation agenda is projected to span two measured phases. For the first phase, the timeline is set for ten months with strict control over structural quality indicators, spatial comfort, surrounding environmental order, and compliance with building feasibility standards before the work draft shifts to the second phase.

To ensure the stability of daily worship circulation without stagnation during the construction process, the committee management has prepared a tactical spatial mitigation scheme. Thousands of active congregation members are confirmed to be relocated to use the local multipurpose building, which is typically operated as a space for children’s Sunday school activities. The church management will implement a rotation system for worship schedules several times a week in this temporary building, ensuring that all religious rituals of the congregation can continue smoothly without operational obstacles.

HKBP Depok 1 Church

HKBP Depok 1 Church is a historic Protestant Christian church located in Depok, Indonesia, affiliated with the Huria Kristen Batak Protestan (HKBP) denomination. Established by the Batak community, the church has served as a spiritual and cultural center for the congregation since its founding in the early 20th century. It stands as a testament to the enduring presence and heritage of the Batak Christian community in the Depok area.

Jalan Cenderawasih, Depok Jaya Village

Jalan Cenderawasih is a street located in Depok Jaya Village, Depok, Indonesia. It is situated in a residential area that developed as part of Depok’s urban expansion, which accelerated in the late 20th century as the city grew into a satellite of Jakarta. The street is named after the bird of paradise (cenderawasih) and reflects the local practice of naming roads after native flora and fauna, though it holds no major historical landmarks.

Pancoran Mas District

Pancoran Mas District is an administrative area located in Depok City, West Java, Indonesia. Historically, it developed from a rural settlement into a suburban region as Depok expanded following Jakarta’s urban sprawl. Today, it is known for its residential neighborhoods, local markets, and the Pancoran Mas Monument, which serves as a symbol of the district’s identity.

Depok City

Depok City, located in West Java, Indonesia, is a rapidly growing urban center that was historically a colonial-era plantation estate established by Cornelis Chastelein, a Dutch East India Company official, in the 18th century. Originally a coffee and rubber plantation, it later developed into a residential and educational hub, home to the University of Indonesia’s main campus. Today, Depok is a bustling satellite city of Jakarta, known for its diverse population and modern suburban character.