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Beyond the Festivities: Ensuring Pristine Event Grounds Through Pre- and Post-Festival Cleanups

Shincheonji Volunteer Group Partners with Regional Volunteer Centers Across Andong, Sokcho, Gyeongju, and Gongju to Support Successful Local Festivals Local festivals rely not only on grand celebrations but also on the quiet dedication required to maintain them. Across South Korea, volunteer organizations have been working hand-in-hand with local welfare centers to tidy up event grounds before celebrations begin and clean up remaining waste after the crowds depart. The Shincheonji Volunteer Group has implemented this collaborative approach, tailoring environmental cleanup efforts to the unique needs and schedules of regional festivals. Pre-Festival Prep: Welcoming Visitors with Clean Environments Before major regional events opened to the public, local branches stepped in to tidy up venues and streets to ensure a pleasant visitor experience: Andong International Maskdance Festival: On September 23, 2026, 22 volunteers from the Andong Branch joined the Andong Volunteer Center for the ...
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From Care Recipients to Active Health Leaders: How Shincheonji Church Redefines Senior Well-being in Super-Aging Regions

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In South Korea, where super-aging demographics and single-senior households are rapidly expanding, community care faces a new challenge. In Yangpyeong County, over 30% of residents are aged 65 or older—meaning one in three people is a senior citizen. As living longer gives way to the question of living healthier , Shincheonji Church of Jesus is pioneering a fresh approach: shifting seniors from passive recipients of care into active leaders of their own health and community well-being . Through tailored initiatives across the Philip Tribe (Yangpyeong & Gangneung) and the Bartholomew Tribe (Yeongdeungpo & Gwangmyeong) , church members are integrating health management directly into daily routines. 5-Minute Routines & Senior-Led Bowling in Yangpyeong and Gangneung Rather than overwhelming seniors with complex workout plans, Yangpyeong Church (Philip Tribe) introduced a simple, highly sustainable habit: a "5-Minute Health Gymnastics" session held right before Sun...
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Bridging Generation Gaps Through Words: Shincheonji Volunteer Group Celebrated the 100th Hangul Day

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As language rapidly evolves with modern slang and abbreviations, bridging the communication gap between youth and older generations has become a pressing societal topic. To mark the historic 100th anniversary of Hangul Day (Korean Alphabet Day) in October 2026, the Shincheonji Volunteer Group hosted interactive "Nationwide Communication ON" campaigns across major cities—including Bucheon, Gwangmyeong, and Pohang—helping citizens reflect on the power of kind words and mutual understanding. Bucheon: Unraveling Youth Slang and Planting "Wish Trees" On October 14, near Sangdong Station, the Bucheon Branch introduced an engaging event designed to break down linguistic barriers between grandparents, parents, and youth. Citizens tested their knowledge through a "Modern Slang Quiz," learning the meanings behind terms used by the younger generation, while teenagers participated in four-idiom ( Saja-성어 ) challenges. At the "Wish Communication Tree," ...
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Shincheonji Volunteer Group Goyang Branch Sustains Long-Term Eco Care for Changneungcheon Stream

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Shincheonji Volunteer Group Goyang Branch Partnered with 30-Year Local Conservation Advocates to Repeatedly Eradicate Ecosystem-Disturbing Invasive Plants Along Changneungcheon Stream 💬 "Rather than a single environmental event held just for show, visiting the necessary site repeatedly and providing continuous care is what truly matters." — Official from Shincheonji Volunteer Group Goyang Branch Environmental cleanup along urban rivers rarely yields long-term results through a single session. Seeds float downstream, and invasive species quickly regrow. Following official guidelines from the National Institute of Ecology—which emphasize repeated removal and post-cleanup monitoring—the Shincheonji Volunteer Group Goyang Branch has adopted a "repeat visit" model to ensure the genuine ecological recovery of Changneungcheon Stream in Goyang. Repeated Removal: Collecting 1,800L Additional Waste After Major Cleanup On October 3, 2026, volunteers from the Goyang Branch re...
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Learning to Read at Age 60 to Open the Bible: How Kim Nam-sun Restored Her Faith and Daily Freedom Through Hangul

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For decades, 77-year-old Kim Nam-sun walked through life with a quiet, heavy burden. Having lost her parents at an early age, she never had the opportunity to learn Hangul (the Korean alphabet). Simple everyday tasks felt like insurmountable walls. Visiting a bank, filling out official documents, reading street signs, or checking bus routes required relying on the kindness of strangers. Even during her years attending traditional churches, carrying a Bible felt bittersweet: whenever the pastor cited a verse, someone sitting next to her had to open the page for her. Yet, at the age of 60, a profound desire awakened inside her: "I want to read and understand the Bible with my own eyes." The Bible as a Primer: Learning Words Through God's Word Kim’s turning point came when she began studying the Bible at the Zion Christian Mission Center through her child, a member of Shincheonji Church of Jesus, Gwangju Church . Fascinated by the systematic teachings, she found the Word ...
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Why Youth Are Returning to Scripture: Shincheonji Church Sees Rising 2030 Generation Amid Global Religious Decline

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Across the world, religious institutions are grappling with a steep decline in youth participation. Recent surveys show that 72% of young adults aged 18–29 in South Korea identify as non-religious, while older demographics make up nearly half of traditional congregation sizes. Yet, data indicates that young adults haven't abandoned faith itself. A survey by the Pastoral Data Institute revealed that 59% of Protestant youth (aged 19–34) desire "sermons faithful strictly to the Bible," and 55% seek "life direction grounded in Scripture." In stark contrast to broader trends, Shincheonji Church of Jesus is experiencing a steady rise in young adult members. The proportion of new believers aged 20–39 has grown consistently: rising from 17.51% in 2024 to 19.87% in 2025 , and reaching 21.79% as of April 2026 . 2030 Generation Leading Church Growth This youthful momentum is particularly evident in regional hubs such as the Bartholomew Tribe , which covers western Seoul...
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A Gentle Footstep Toward Heroes: "Thank You for Remembering Us"

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Between September 3 and 22, 2026, 202 Volunteers from 10 Shincheonji Volunteer Group Branches Nationwide Honored 2,498 National Veterans and Fallen Heroes Through Food Deliveries, Headstone Cleaning, and Personalized Care Ahead of Chuseok. In September, ahead of Chuseok (Korean Thanksgiving), a warm greeting echoed through the home of a national veteran in Wonju. Volunteers arrived bearing gifts of handcrafted holiday food. "You made this yourself?" the elderly veteran asked, a smile spreading across his face as he received the songpyeon (half-moon rice cakes), jeon (fritters), and sikhye (rice punch). "Having young people visit and listen to my old stories brings great joy and gratitude." This small moment was just one instance from a massive nationwide outreach. From September 3 to 22, the Shincheonji Volunteer Group hosted 11 tailored patriotic volunteer events across 10 regions: Seosan, Cheongju, Asan, Dongjak, Daejeon, Tongyeong, East Busan, Sokcho, Won...
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