Benyamin Sudarto

Benyamin Sudarto is a Catholic priest and the pastor of Paroki Santo Joannes Baptista in Parung, West Java. He has been instrumental in the church's long journey towards gaining official recognition from the government, which was finally achieved after 25 years. His leadership and dedication have been pivotal in fostering a sense of community among the parishioners, who number around 5,000 across two regions. Benyamin emphasizes the importance of the church's recognition for providing a safe space for worship and upholding the rights of the congregation.