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GKJW Jombang provides accommodation for NU pilgrims as a gesture of tolerance
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GKJW Jombang provides accommodation for NU pilgrims as a gesture of tolerance

From CNN Indonesia · () Indonesian

Translated from Indonesian and summarized by DistantNews. Read the original for the full story.

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  • The Jombang branch of the Communion of Churches in East Java (GKJW) has offered accommodation to attendees of the Nahdlatul Ulama (NU) Muktamar.
  • This act is highlighted as a demonstration of inter-religious tolerance during the major Islamic event.
  • The accommodation is provided at the Bahrul Ulum Tambakberas Islamic Boarding School.

A heartwarming display of inter-religious tolerance is unfolding in Jombang, Indonesia, as the Communion of Churches in East Java (GKJW) has opened its doors to attendees of the 35th Nahdlatul Ulama (NU) Muktamar. The church has provided accommodation for the pilgrims participating in the major Islamic gathering, which is being held at the Bahrul Ulum Tambakberas Islamic Boarding School. This initiative underscores a spirit of mutual respect and cooperation between different religious communities in the region. The gesture is particularly significant given the scale of the NU Muktamar, which draws a large number of participants. By offering lodging, the GKJW Jombang demonstrates a commitment to fostering harmony and supporting fellow citizens during important cultural and religious events. This act of goodwill serves as a positive example of how different faiths can coexist and support each other.

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Originally published by CNN Indonesia in Indonesian. Translated, summarized, and contextualized automatically by DistantNews, with a note on how the source frames the story. Not individually reviewed before publishing. How this works.