9 years after the St. Francis of Asisi Parish was inaugurated in 2018, the
congregation has grown into 835 families or approximately
of 3,253 worshippers.
In view of :
The congregation’s rapid growth and considering the existing St Joseph Kabil Church church's condition, which no longer is adequate to cater Kabil worshippers.
With capacity of u/t 2,500 worshippers (2,000 inside the church plus 500 at outdoor amphitheatre), the new church is expected to be able to accommodate important religious mass for Batam Island’s Catholic assembly.
Kabil being closed to Nongsa’s tourism area, the new church also can serve as a place of worship for foreigners living in Nongsa or for visiting tourists.
Thus, the development of a new church is considered as a contingent requirement.
Congregation overflowing from the main hall and seated on make-shift seating area
Cramped overflowing seating area without shelter
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