Shincheonji Thaddaeus Tribe Opens Church Doors for 20 Years, Strengthening Community in Jeonju

The Shincheonji Thaddaeus Tribe (Doma Tribe) in Jeonju has continued a long-running community engagement initiative, keeping its church facilities open to local residents for nearly two decades. Located in Palbok-dong, Jeonju, the Shincheonji Thaddaeus Tribe Jeonju Church recently hosted another “Open Sanctuary” event, transforming its lobby into a welcoming space for neighborhood interaction. Residents gathered to enjoy busking performances, exchange handwritten message cards, and share tea in a relaxed setting. According to the church, the initiative is not a one-time event but part of a 20-year tradition of lowering physical and social barriers between religious facilities and the surrounding community. A “Barrier-Free Community Living Room” for Local Residents For two decades, the Thaddaeus Tribe has used its church space as what it describes as a “barrier-free Community Living room” — a place where: Seniors can rest comfortably Single-person households can find companionship ...
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[Life] Potatoes are in Season!

In Korea, potatoes are in season during the summer time. I used to prefer sweet potatoes over potatoes and ate a lot of sweet potatoes in the summer. However, I got to like potatoes better these days. I think I got sick of sweet potatoes because I had them too much.

One day at work, my coworkers brought some potatoes which he raise from his weekend farm. On that very day, I made chicken dish which goes well with potatoes. Though the main ingredient is chicken, potato was so good that I ate more potatoes than chicken. I sent him a text message praising his potatoes. It was so kind of him that he brought more potatoes for me. Thanks to him, I am blessed with potatoes that are in season!

Potatoes are easy to grow. That is why there are many people who raise potatoes in their weekend farms in Korea. Because of abundance, people ask about good ways to consume potatoes every summer. In Korea, people enjoy boiled potato, potato soup, potato pancake (savory flavor), fish dish with potato, chicken dish with potato, and salads.

Potato is very common ingredients around the world. There are tons of different recipes for potato. And depending on the culture, people eat potatoes differently.

What is your favorite way of having potato?

Here are the pictures of common potato dishes in Korea!

(all images from from Pixabay) 


Boiled Potates: usually eat with salt or suger


Spicy Chicken Dish


Potato Salad


Potato Pancake: usually eat with soy sauce

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  1. Love D2023년 8월 7일 PM 7:26

    I love those potatoes side dishes when eating kbbq!

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    1. Ryan Ponder2023년 8월 17일 PM 9:28

      I am glad that you like korean food. what is your best korean dish?

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  2. Rachel2023년 8월 7일 PM 7:48

    I love Korean sweet potato pizza XD

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    1. Ryan Ponder2023년 8월 17일 PM 9:27

      oh you know Korean sweet potato pizza! I like it too. I also like sweet potato cake in Korea. If you have a chance, try it!

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  3. Noah Brown2023년 11월 2일 AM 7:57

    A beautiful post - thank you!

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