글

Small Actions, Positive Influence: Shincheonji Andre Church Promotes Environmental Awareness Through Local Plogging

Plogging—a sustainable eco-friendly movement combining jogging or walking with trash picking—has emerged globally as a practical way to foster community health and environmental stewardship. When a local organization takes the lead in cleaning public streets, it does more than just remove litter; it gently encourages surrounding neighborhoods to reflect on everyday waste habits. A clear example of this civic responsibility took place on July 19. Andre Church of the Shincheonji Church of Jesus organized a neighborhood plogging campaign, gathering 32 church volunteers to clear waste along the streets surrounding their local training institute. Despite midsummer heat and high humidity, the participants systematically divided into coverage zones to gather cigarette butts, food packaging, and general household trash that had accumulated on nearby roads and sidewalks. Transforming Streets and Inspiring Local Residents The physical efforts of the volunteers quickly drew warm responses from ...
댓글 쓰기
자세한 내용 보기

Filling the Gaps in Disaster Prevention: Shincheonji Sokcho Church Strengthens Local Safety Networks During Monsoon Season

이미지
As climate change accelerates, localized torrential downpours have increasingly become a regular threat across South Korea. While municipal governments work to enhance large-scale urban drainage infrastructure, vulnerable residents—particularly the elderly living in older homes—often remain isolated from critical disaster information and maintenance support. To address these micro-level blind spots during the monsoon season, the Sokcho Church of the Shincheonji Church of Jesus expanded its residential improvement initiative, "Take Care of My House," from an internal church ministry to a broader community relief program. By delivering direct disaster response education and conducting physical risk-prevention work, local volunteers are helping low-income and elderly neighbors protect their homes against seasonal flooding. Overcoming Information Gaps for Elderly Residents For decades, many elderly residents in flood-prone, low-lying areas like Cheongho-dong, Sokcho, relied sol...
댓글 쓰기
자세한 내용 보기

Precision Healthcare and Nutrition Support: Shincheonji Volunteers Provide Targeted Summer Relief for Vulnerable Groups Across South Gyeonggi

이미지
Addressing Extreme Seasonal Heatwaves Through Tailored Regional Care With summer heatwaves posing severe health risks to vulnerable populations, establishing targeted private-led safety nets is essential for community protection. Elderly individuals living with chronic conditions and single-living citizens face heightened physical vulnerabilities during extreme temperatures. To provide tailored relief, the Shincheonji Volunteer Group Seoul & South Gyeonggi Regional Alliance announced on July 20th that it has expanded its customized summer care campaign across its local branches, carrying forward a welfare tradition maintained continuously since 2022. Osan & Hwaseong Branches: Freshly Prepared Oriental Samgyetang for Disabled Residents On July 14th, the joint Osan and Hwaseong branches launched a targeted nutritional delivery project in collaboration with the Osan Branch of the Gyeonggi Association of Persons with Disabilities: Target Households : The branches selected 20 local...
댓글 쓰기
자세한 내용 보기

Preemptive Summer Care for War Veterans: Shincheonji Wonju Branch Delivers Freshly Cooked Samgyetang and Home Maintenance in Hoengseong

이미지
Safeguarding Senior Patriots Amid Extreme Seasonal Heatwaves With global meteorological agencies warning of unprecedented summer heatwaves, protecting the health and living conditions of vulnerable elderly citizens has become a major regional safety priority. This necessity is particularly acute for Korean War veterans in their 80s and 90s, who often face physical limitations in managing household hygiene and seasonal preparation. To express civic gratitude and offer direct health support, the Shincheonji Volunteer Group Wonju Branch executed its specialized "Wise Summer Living" outreach project on July 18th, targeting Korean War veterans and their families in Hoengseong-gun, Gangwon State. 5:00 AM Preparation: 30 Portions of Freshly Prepared Samgyetang The nutritional support initiative began early in the morning to ensure food safety and quality: Early Morning Preparation : Starting at 5:00 AM , branch volunteers gathered to manually wash, prep, and simmer ingredients to ...
댓글 쓰기
자세한 내용 보기

Breaking Barriers: South Korean Temple and Shincheonji Church Are Redefining Interfaith Harmony

이미지
Amid growing concerns over religious division worldwide, a unique event in South Korea is drawing attention for its fresh approach to interreligious dialogue. On July 13, 2026, the House of Buddha, a Buddhist temple located in Jecheon, Chungcheongbuk-do, hosted a special interfaith lecture aimed at fostering harmony between Buddhism and Christianity. What made this third annual gathering particularly noteworthy was a rare cross-lecturing format: a Buddhist monk delivered a presentation on the Christian Bible, while a lecturer from the Shincheonji Church of Jesus discussed Buddhist scriptures. The Growing Need for Religious Communication The initiative comes at a time when the public demand for religious harmony in South Korea is rising. According to data from the 2025 Religious Perception Survey by Hankook Research, 82% of respondents recognized the significant social influence of religion. However, the survey also revealed that 62% perceived religious conflict within society as severe...
댓글 쓰기
자세한 내용 보기

Interfaith Leaders Gather to Call for Constitutional Rights and Fair Judicial Proceedings

이미지
On July 11, an interfaith prayer meeting was held at Jijangam Hermitage of the Hankuk Buddhist Jogye Order, located in Suyeong-gu, Busan. Bringing together approximately 40 religious leaders from various denominations, including Buddhism and Christianity, the gathering focused on advocating for the protection of human rights and the establishment of fair judicial proceedings. Organizers explained that the event was designed to urge law enforcement to remain unaffected by political interests or public opinion, while ensuring that a suspect’s right to defense and fundamental human rights are fully guaranteed throughout investigative processes. Calls for Adherence to Constitutional Principles During the prayer meeting, participants raised voices emphasizing the need to scrutinize whether the constitutional principle of the presumption of innocence and the Criminal Procedure Act's principle of investigation without detention are being faithfully upheld. This discussion emerged amidst t...
댓글 쓰기
자세한 내용 보기

Beyond the Numbers: Shincheonji Gwangmyeong Church Commemorated World Population Day

이미지
In an era marked by shifting global demographics and severe regional population declines—particularly in South Korea, which faces unprecedented low birth rates—discussions around population often revolve strictly around cold statistics. However, addressing long-term demographic challenges requires moving beyond aggregate charts. True sustainability begins when a society learns to value every single individual, recognizing that the future depends on cultivating environments where everyone feels respected and empowered. To champion this holistic perspective, the Gwangmyeong Church of the Bartholomew Tribe of the Shincheonji Church of Jesus launched a dynamic civic awareness campaign. Titled "One Earth, One Shared Future," the initiative was held in Gwangmyeong on July 10 to commemorate World Population Day , an international day established to increase awareness on global population issues. Operated entirely by church volunteers, the campaign eschewed passive, one-way informa...
댓글 쓰기
자세한 내용 보기