Putting Down Smartphones to Make Eye Contact: Shincheonji Gwacheon Church Hosts "Daddy, Let’s Play!" Family Picnic

In an age dominated by standardized toys and digital screens, a heartwarming scene unfolded at Chomakgol Ecological Park in Gyeonggi Province. On May 23rd, the Gwacheon Church of the John Tribe of Shincheonji successfully hosted "Daddy, Let’s Play!"—a special family picnic designed to strengthen the bonds between fathers and their children through raw, screen-free interaction. Screen-Free Joy in the Great Outdoors The event welcomed approximately 30 families , including preschoolers and elementary students, who stepped away from their busy routines to embrace nature. The program was carefully curated to encourage physical touch and teamwork: The Treasure Hunt: Children and fathers navigated forest paths and bushes hand-in-hand, fostering a shared sense of achievement as they uncovered hidden slips of paper. "Catch Daddy!": A high-energy game of tag across a wide lawn that left both fathers and children delightfully out of breath, resting side-by-side on the grass...
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The 3rd Global Invitation Revelation Seminar: World Religious Leaders Gather in Korea for Peace and Understanding

Over 500 Religious Leaders From 61 Countries to Study the Book of Revelation Together

An extraordinary event for global religious harmony is taking place in Korea. From October 30 to November 2, the Shincheonji Church of Jesus, the Temple of the Tabernacle of the Testimony (Chairman Man Hee Lee) is hosting the “3rd Global Invitation Revelation Seminar.”

Under the theme “The Path of Understanding Led by the Bible, The Path of Peace Walked by All Religions,” this international program is uniting leaders from different faiths—Christianity, Buddhism, Hinduism, Islam, and more—to study the Book of Revelation and explore ways to achieve peace through shared understanding.


A Bible-Based Dialogue Platform for the World

The Revelation Seminar is not an ordinary religious conference. It is a global dialogue platform that uses the Bible to promote peace and understanding among religions.

The program centers on the prophecies and fulfillment of the Book of Revelation, one of the most challenging and mysterious parts of the Christian Bible. Through lectures, discussions, and cultural exchanges, participants discover how scripture can guide humanity toward unity.

Since the first session in February 2024, the seminar has grown rapidly.

  • 1st Seminar: 80 religious leaders from 10 denominations across 28 countries.

  • 2nd Seminar: 270 participants from 57 countries.

  • 3rd Seminar (this year): Over 521 leaders from 61 countries, with more than 1,000 total participants—the largest in history.

The growing participation shows that the world is taking notice of this Korea-based Bible education program, which is becoming a new model for interfaith dialogue and peace education.

Ven. Hyeonsan, a Buddhist leader, speaks on Revelation 1:1–8 at the 2nd Global Invitation Revelation Seminar in Cheongju.


A Journey to Discover the True Meaning of Revelation

For four days, participants will learn the true meaning and fulfillment of Revelation, share their insights, and discuss how God’s will can be accomplished on earth.

The program includes:

  • Revelation lectures by Shincheonji instructors

  • Interactive Bible experience programs

  • Revelation knowledge contest and awards

  • Revelation animation and sculpture exhibits

  • Honorary Bible Teacher appointments

Beyond theology, this event offers an immersive cultural and spiritual experience that helps participants understand how the Bible connects all humanity.

Global faith leaders pray and sing together for world peace at the 2nd Global Invitation Revelation Seminar in Cheongju, Korea.


United in Peace Beyond Religion

The seminar also includes:

  • Interfaith prayer gatherings for peace

  • Presentations on peace activities by global faith leaders

  • Table discussions on local peace initiatives

These programs are designed to strengthen mutual respect and cooperation among different religions, showing that peace is possible when faiths learn from one another.

Chairman Man Hee Lee has continually emphasized that “through the Scriptures, religions can understand one another and recover their original mission of peace and harmony.”

A Shincheonji spokesperson added,

“This seminar proves that the Bible is not just a book for one religion—it contains the universal truth that leads humanity to peace.”

 

A Global Movement Rooted in Scripture

What began as a Korean Bible study program has now become a worldwide movement. As religious leaders return home inspired, many have shared their desire to bring their colleagues next time and spread what they have learned in their own countries.

The Global Invitation Revelation Seminar stands as a symbol of hope—showing that even in times of division, the Word of God can unite people across faiths, cultures, and borders.


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