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Sharing More Than a Meal: How Shincheonji Volunteers in Yangpyeong Delivered Warmth with Lunchboxes

 🍱 Food Is Essential, but So Is Care

Eating is one of the most basic needs of life—but when a meal is made with care, it becomes something more. On May 23, the Shincheonji Volunteer Group in Yangpyeong showed how a simple lunchbox can carry love, honor, and connection.

In their third “Pink Scarf Picnic & Lunchbox Day,” the volunteers prepared and delivered heartfelt meals to elderly veterans in the Yangpyeong community. These were not ordinary lunchboxes—they were gifts of respect, wrapped with handwritten letters and sincere smiles.


💌 A Letter of Thanks, A Taste of Warmth

Volunteers began cooking and packing the lunchboxes early in the afternoon. Each meal included lovingly prepared side dishes, sweet rice punch, and a thank-you letter—written by hand. In the evening, they personally delivered each lunchbox to the homes of local veterans, offering kind words and warm greetings.

One recipient smiled and said,

“The food is always delicious, but it’s the kindness that really warms my heart.”

Another volunteer, Mr. Lee (30), shared:

“When the elder smiled and said, ‘This is the best meal I’ve had today,’ I felt deeply thankful. I realized that even small efforts can become big comfort.”


🌸 Not Just Food, But a Bond Between Generations

This project wasn't just about meals—it was about healing emotional isolation, honoring those who served, and bringing generations together.

Mr. Lee Jong-hwan, head of the Yangpyeong branch, explained:

“Through this lunchbox delivery, we wanted to spread the values of gratitude and respect in our community.”

He added that Shincheonji volunteers plan to expand these efforts to include seniors living alone, people with disabilities, and low-income households—through holiday gifts, ongoing lunch deliveries, and hands-on community events.


💬A Meal That Builds Community

In a fast-paced world, something as simple as a meal can still be the most powerful gesture of care.

The Pink Scarf Project by Shincheonji’s Yangpyeong Volunteer Branch is not only filling stomachs, but also hearts. It’s creating a culture of shared warmth, respect, and connection—one lunchbox at a time.


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