In 2025, the Shincheonji Church of Jesus John Tribe expanded its engagement with local communities through a combination of faith dialogue, social contribution, and public outreach. Rather than limiting its activities to internal religious practice, the John Tribe focused on strengthening its role as an open religious community interacting with pastors, residents, and socially vulnerable groups.
According to the John Tribe, the year was marked by sustained efforts in communication, volunteer service, and Bible-centered events aimed at building trust and cooperation with society.
Expanding Dialogue Through Pastors’ Forums and Open House Events
One of the John Tribe’s key initiatives in 2025 was the operation of the Winners Club Pastors’ Forum, a regular dialogue platform formed by pastors from various denominations across the Seoul metropolitan area. The forum was designed to encourage open discussion, mutual understanding, and cooperative growth beyond denominational boundaries.
During the year, the forum was held three times, drawing approximately 550 pastors in total. Unlike lecture-style events, the sessions were structured around discussion and exchange. A post-event survey from the sixth forum showed that 89.5% of participating pastors expressed satisfaction, while 94.7% indicated their intention to attend future sessions.
Participating pastors noted that the forum provided opportunities to learn from Scripture while engaging directly with fellow pastors in an atmosphere of respectful dialogue.
In addition to clergy-focused events, the John Tribe also hosted Open House programs for local residents. These events invited community members to visit church facilities, observe worship spaces, and learn about the church’s values and operations firsthand. Participants reported that the experience helped address misconceptions and encouraged a more informed understanding of the church.
Practicing Community Care Through Kimchi Sharing
Social contribution remained another core focus throughout the year. During the winter season, the John Tribe organized a kimchi-sharing volunteer activity for veterans and families of national merit, delivering kimchi to approximately 500 households.
Notably, this activity included participation from graduates of the 116th class of the Zion Christian Mission Center, marking their first volunteer service after completing their course of study. According to the church, the event was intended to encourage graduates to put biblical teachings into practice through service.
Participants shared that the activity offered a meaningful opportunity to express faith through action while supporting neighbors during the winter months.
Large-Scale Bible Seminars Highlighting Interest in Revelation
Mission activities also continued actively in 2025, particularly through the “Testimony of the Fulfilled Reality of Revelation” Bible seminar, which drew significant interest from believers.
Attendance exceeded initial expectations, with seating for 250 quickly filled and additional space required. To accommodate demand, the seminar was simultaneously held at four affiliated churches in Seongnam, Suwon, Suji, and Dongtan, alongside live online broadcasting.
According to organizers, approximately 1,000 people attended in person, including around 100 pastors, while total participation reached about 3,000 when online viewers were included. The strong turnout reflected sustained interest in understanding the Book of Revelation within a Bible-centered framework.
A Year of Shared Responsibility and Looking Ahead
A representative of the John Tribe stated that 2025 was a year not only of maintaining faith commitments, but also of walking alongside local communities through service, dialogue, and cooperation. The church emphasized its intention to continue expanding its role as a religious community that contributes positively to society.
Moving forward, the John Tribe plans to further develop programs that support social responsibility, interfaith communication, and community coexistence, reinforcing its approach of faith expressed through both teaching and action.
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