The GKPS Church has finally obtained a building permit after waiting for 25 years.

The decades-long struggle of the Gereja Kristen Protestant Simalungun (GKPS) Buntu Pane Congregation, Kisaran Resort, is finally bearing fruit. After 25 years of tension with the local community, the congregation can now peacefully worship. 

After a long and difficult 25-year struggle, the Gereja Kristen Protestant Simalungun (GKPS) Buntu Pane Congregation in Kisaran Resort can finally practice their faith without any disturbances. For decades, the congregation has faced tension and opposition from the local community, but their perseverance and dedication have paid off. Now, they can worship in peace and continue to grow their community in a safe and welcoming environment.

The church was formed in December 1997 as members gathered in homes. A year later, the congregation decided to build a simple structure for worship. After local community members protested, government officials denied the church its right to make the structure.

Since then, the congregation has continuously sought to build relationships with local officials, including police, council members, prosecutors, religious leaders, the Ministry of Religion, and the Asahan Regency government.

Finally, in 2022, the Ministry of Religion issued GKPS Buntu Pane a prayer permit, and in 2023, the congregation received permission to construct a church building. 

Please pray that the process for churches in Indonesia to obtain building permits will become more accessible so that more Christians can worship in peace.