"Resembling Jesus, Shining Light": Shincheonji Simon Tribe Reimagines Childcare Through Family Worship

In today’s era of nuclear families and dual-income households, "childcare" often focuses primarily on physical management—meals, schedules, and academic progress. However, the Simon Tribe Children’s Group of Shincheonji is presenting a new paradigm of care that extends into the realms of faith, emotions, and character through its unique program, "Yedambit Family Worship."

What is "Yedambit" Family Worship?

The name "Yedambit" carries a profound meaning: "Let us resemble Jesus and become a light to the world." Designed to celebrate the Month of Families in May, this program encourages parents and children to lead their own worship sessions at home.

In its most recent session, 110 children from 30 households participated, spending 10 to 20 minutes together in prayer, praise, and sharing Bible stories. The goal is simple yet powerful: to move beyond daily chores and focus on the child's inner thoughts and spiritual direction.


Learning Through Stories, Growing Through Reflection

The program focuses on helping children establish their own values by reflecting on biblical figures. For example:

  • The Story of King Saul: One young participant, No Si-hyeon, reflected on how King Saul prioritized his own thoughts over God's word. Through this story, she realized that insisting only on one's own will can hurt others and God.

  • Self-Driven Change: "I realized that doing only what I want makes others uncomfortable. I want to choose good actions from now on," the child shared, proving that spiritual growth happens best through self-reflection.

A Partnership Between Home and Church

What makes this program truly effective is the collaborative feedback loop between parents and teachers:

  1. At Home: Parents observe their child's reactions and expressions during worship.

  2. Communication: Parents share these observations with church teachers.

  3. Professional Feedback: Teachers analyze the subtle signals in the child's behavior and provide guidance for parents on how to encourage their child’s emotional and spiritual development.


Childcare is a Spiritual Connection

As one parent noted, "Caring for a child is more than just checking if they ate or did their homework; it’s about looking into their heart." The Shincheonji Simon Tribe plans to expand this program into a regular system, providing discussion guides and counseling to help families build a lasting culture of faith. By bridging the gap between home and church, they are ensuring that the next generation grows up not just well-managed, but well-loved and spiritually grounded.


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