17 Years MAGIS Indonesia:
On August 23, 2025, the hall of Kanisius College in Jakarta was filled with an atmosphere of gratitude as the MAGIS Indonesia community celebrated its 17th Thanksgiving Mass. The event was attended by MAGIS alumni from Jakarta and Yogyakarta as an expression of gratitude for God’s guidance since 2008. This Mass also celebrated the first Mass of Fr. Leo Tanjung Perkasa, S.J., assistant of MAGIS Jakarta 2017, and Fr. Antonius Septian Marhenanto, S.J., an alumnus of MAGIS 2011, and the full incorporation into the Society of Fr. Alexander Koko Siswijayanto, S.J., the National Coordinator of MAGIS Indonesia.
In his homily, Fr. Leo explained the meaning of the word “magis,” which transforms from “more active” to “more like Christ in daily life.” He invited all MAGIS members to respond to the call to “Be More” according to their respective life contexts. Fr. Septian shared his personal experience of how MAGIS helped him discover his vocation to the priesthood, which began with his desire to attend World Youth Day.
Fr. Koko emphasized the importance of humility in achieving the spirit of MAGIS, asserting that the community cannot have the spirit of MAGIS without humility. The event concluded with the prayer of St. Ignatius’ Litany of Humility, a supplication to continue following God’s will. The supper with tumpengan (cone-shaped rice dish) became a symbol of gratitude and togetherness, where the first piece was given to representatives of the first and newest generations. This celebration aimed to inspire each participant to continue serving and growing in humility, following the example of St. Ignatius Loyola.
Contributor: Public Relations of MAGIS Jakarta
