As winter settles in and the year comes to a close, many people begin to feel the cold more deeply—especially seniors living alone, neighbors with disabilities, and those who have served the nation. To bring warmth and comfort to these communities, graduates of Zion Christian Mission Center Class 116 from both the Andre Tribe and the Peter Tribe stepped forward for a special act of love: kimchi sharing.
Though the two events took place in different cities, the heart behind them was the same. The graduates wanted to celebrate their learning, express gratitude, and start their new journey of faith by serving others with their own hands.
Andre Tribe: A Celebration of Graduation Through Giving
At the Andre Training Center, more than two hundred volunteers gathered with bright smiles, including one hundred new graduates who had recently completed their study of the Word. Together, they prepared a remarkable amount of kimchi—carefully seasoning and mixing each batch with sincerity. This warm gift was delivered to national merit recipients, disability organizations, and residents near the training center, carrying with it the joy of graduation and the desire to give back.
The event felt more like a festival than a simple volunteer activity. There were snacks and warm drinks to enjoy during breaks, a cheerful photo zone, handwritten messages pinned to a wall, and even a playful kimchi recipe contest featuring different churches. Many graduates shared that volunteering made their graduation feel more complete. One graduate said that the cold morning suddenly felt warm once everyone began working together, while another shared how meaningful it was to put the Word into practice for the first time.
Peter Tribe: Love in Action for Veterans and Neighbors
In Gwangju, the outdoor kimchi-making site of the Peter Tribe was filled with laughter, teamwork, and the spicy aroma of kimchi. Graduates of Class 116 worked side by side, filling cabbage leaves with care and packing each box with hope that it would bring comfort to someone's home. The finished kimchi was delivered to national merit recipients, disability organizations, and families in the Gwangju and Jeonnam regions.
Before the work began, the volunteers checked each other's gloves and aprons, offering small compliments and warm encouragement. Even those meeting for the first time quickly became close as they shared the goal of helping others. After the kimchi was done, the graduates wrote heartfelt thank-you cards for the recipients. Veterans who tasted the kimchi said it felt even more delicious because it was made with love, and their gratitude made the volunteers smile even more brightly.
A Shared Beginning: Living Out the Word Together
For both tribes, the kimchi sharing was not just a seasonal event. It was a meaningful first step for Class 116 graduates who wanted to live out the teachings they had learned. Their actions expressed care for those who once protected the nation and for neighbors who may feel the weight of winter more than others.
What connected the Peter and Andre Tribe events was simple and beautiful. The graduates celebrated their learning by serving others. They began their new journey of faith with kindness. And through kimchi—a food filled with warmth and tradition—they shared a message of comfort, gratitude, and hope.
As winter continues, the kimchi will nourish many homes, but the love shown through these days of service will shine even longer.
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