Indonesian Community

In 2000 the Komunitas Katolik Indonesia Atlanta (KKI) was formed to unite Indonesian Catholics in a response to language barriers, cultural differences, and immigration issues. The official founding of the group was marked by the first Indonesian Mass at St. Thomas More Catholic Church in Decatur on the Second Sunday of Easter. This event served as a significant milestone in bringing together Indonesian Catholics in the Metro Atlanta area, providing them with a space to worship in their native language and celebrate their shared faith and culture. But they needed a permanent home and approached Fr. Jim McGoldrick, SM, pastor of OLA. The community first started with monthly Sunday Mass at OLA, then twice monthly, and now celebrates Mass every Sunday at 1:30pm.
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Father Petrus Pitol, CS, a native Indonesian priest who arrived in Atlanta in October of 2023.
Father Peter's presence has allowed the community to experience not only regular Mass but also additional opportunities for spiritual growth and guidance from a native clergy member. This has greatly enriched the community’s faith life.  

In June of 2025 the KKI celebrated its 25th Anniversary at OLA!